The salary confidentiality era in Europe is officially dying. šŖ¦
Starting June 7, 2026, the EU Pay Transparency Directive makes those don't discuss your pay clauses legally void š
The reality check for IT Leadership:
Candidates can demand salary ranges before the first interview.
You can no longer ask a candidate what they currently earn.
Employees can request average pay data for "equal value" roles.
Most HR departments aren't ready for the performance conversations this will trigger.
Are you?