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Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistant

Average Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistant Salary in Cape Town, Western Cape

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R168,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 23k
MEDIAN
ZAR 168k
75%
ZAR 379k

The average salary for an Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistant is R168,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R23k - R379k
Bonus
R0 - R10k
Total Pay
R41k - R387k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Aug 17 2025)
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Gender Breakdown for Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistants

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How can Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistant that oversees more junior Executive Secretary or Administrative Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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