When you are hiring on Get on Board, salary expectations are the compensation a candidate says they would accept for the role. They are distinct from what you offer: the posted range is your number, the expectation is theirs.
Why the gap matters
The space between offered salaries and candidate expectations is a market signal:
- When expectations consistently sit above offered ranges, demand is outpacing supply and the market is moving up.
- When expectations sit at or below offers, you have more room and competition is softer.
Watching the gap over time tells you whether your range is drifting out of date before applications dry up.
Expectations are not the final offer
A stated expectation is a starting point, not a commitment. Candidates may accept less for a stronger role, better modality, or growth — and may ask for more when they hold competing offers. Treat the expectation as one input alongside seniority and scope.
How Insights Pro shows this
Insights Pro tracks both sides and how they evolve. The “Evolution of salary expectations for the position” chart shows expectations quarter over quarter, and the “Expectations vs offered salaries” chart compares what candidates want against what the market pays.
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