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Executive Assistant / PA Salary in Australia

Executive Assistants provide high-level administrative and operational support to C-suite and senior leaders. EA roles supporting CEOs of large ASX companies carry significantly higher Seek salaries than typical PA roles.

AU Typical Range

$70k$130k

AU Median

$92k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $62k$115k

Salary by experience level

Personal Assistant

AU$62k – $82k
NZNZD $56k – $76k

Executive Assistant

AU$82k – $108k
NZNZD $76k – $98k

Senior EA (C-suite)

AU$108k – $145k
NZNZD $98k – $130k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $92k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$71,772

Monthly

$5,981

Fortnightly

$2,760

Common employers on Seek

Big 4 banksMacquarieASX-listed corporatesLaw firmsConsulting firms

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average Executive Assistant / PA salary in Australia?

The average Executive Assistant / PA salary in Australia is around $92k per year, with a typical Seek range of $70k – $130k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a Executive Assistant / PA take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $92k, take-home pay is approximately $71,772 per year ($5,981 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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