Notes on California's New Salary Transparency Law

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The new salary transparency bill in California is a big win for job seekers in the state! I wrote down some of my thoughts on the new law, and how the listed pay ranges are starting to shake out.

https://www.levels.fyi/blog/notes-on-california-transparency-law.html

Some of the things I cover:

- Base salary versus total compensation

- Job postings spanning multiple levels

- Company and candidate expectations

Let me know what you think below!

rotisserie · Accepted Answer

Interesting, I had no idea Netflix gave employees the option to be paid in all cash until now

Fratelli · Answer

If you're at the top you can always ask for me along with negotiating a higher % in bonus etc. Just because the job is transparent doesn't mean the company won't go beyond what they list. I would suggest if a recruiter calls and they let you know the "range" say that you're closer to the top.

earlydismissal · Answer

Curious how government plans to enforce this, it seems like compliance is still at under 50% of companies. When do they bring out the stick?

19g617l4n47pa3 · Answer

For global companies I already see those in other countries demanding more.  Cost of living in California is equivalent to other countries and doesn’t demand such high salaries.Inevitably employees globally will be employed more or jobs will move.

Notes on California's New Salary Transparency Law

Notes on California's New Pay Transparency Law

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