Average Administrative Assistant Hourly Pay in Australia

AU$25.16
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
10%
A$20.10
MEDIAN
A$25.16
90%
A$30.95

The average hourly pay for an Administrative Assistant is AU$25.16 in 2024

Hourly Rate
AU$20 - AU$31
Bonus
AU$150 - AU$6k
Commission
AU$0 - AU$6k
Total Pay
AU$41k - AU$66k
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What Do Administrative Assistants Do?

Administrative Assistant Tasks
  • Greet visitors and callers, route and resolve information requests.
  • Type correspondence, compile data for expense and statistical reports.
  • Schedule travel, appointments and meetings.
  • Coordinate space and office organization; maintaining paper and electronic files.
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FAQs About Administrative Assistants

What is the highest pay for Administrative Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Administrative Assistant is A$30.95 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Administrative Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Administrative Assistant is A$20.10 / hour

How can Administrative Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an 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 Administrative Assistant that oversees more junior Administrative Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.