Personal Assistant Salary in South Africa

R 13,829
per month
per year
R 165,900
per year
per month

Personal Assistant Average Salary

The average salary for a Personal Assistant in SA is R 13 829 gross per month (R 165 900 gross per year), which is 41% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Ranges: a Personal Assistant can expect an average starting salary of R 7 362. The highest salaries can exceed R 35 090.
R 7,362
Low
R 13,829
Average salary
R 35,090
High
R 88,300
Low
R 165,900
Average salary
R 421,100
High

Personal Assistant Salary Range - South Africa

Low
R 7,362
Average salary
R 13,829
Senior
R 18,674
High
R 35,090
Low
R 88,300
Average salary
R 165,900
Senior
R 224,100
High
R 421,100
Among Personal Assistants in South Africa, early career Personal Assistants tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Executive PAs within large multi-national companies enjoy the highest salaries.

Personal Assistant - Pay by Experience Level

In South Africa, an Entry Level Personal Assistant with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 100 000 gross per year. A mid career Personal Assistant with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 163 000, while a Senior PA with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 220 000. Personal Assistants with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 350 000 yearly.

How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Personal Assistant in SA

Late Career▲ +111%
Senior▲ +33%
Average SalaryR 165,900/year
Mid Career▼ -2%
Entry Level▼ -40%

Gender Breakdown

Female
95%
Male
5%

Personal Assistant Jobs in South Africa by Location

Personal Assistant - Related Salaries

The salary and wage information presented on this page is based on the actual salaries offered to candidates in Personal Assistant job vacancies published on Jobted South Africa in the last 12 months.
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Frequently asked questions about the salary of the Personal Assistant

How much does a Personal Assistant make in South Africa?
A Personal Assistant in South Africa earns an average of R 13 829 gross per month, which is about R 165 900 gross per year. Everything you need to know about the salary of the Personal Assistant updated to 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Personal Assistant in South Africa?
The starting salary of a Personal Assistant in South Africa is around R 7 362 gross per month. Early career Personal Assistants usually have a lower salary.
What is the highest salary for a Personal Assistant in South Africa?
The highest salary of a Personal Assistant in South Africa can reach and exceed R 35 090 gross per month. Executive PAs within large multi-national companies usually have the highest salaries.
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