▼34%
R450,000
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 156k
MEDIAN
ZAR 450k
90%
ZAR 919k
The average salary for an Asset Manager is R450,000 in 2025
Base Salary
R156k - R919k
Bonus
R8k - R199k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R60k
Total Pay
R156k - R1m
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Asset Managers?
What Do Asset Managers Do?
Asset Manager Tasks
- Supervise the development of strategies to increase asset returns.
- Produce reports and statements detailing the status of current and delinquent loans and determine loan workout plans.
- Monitor the status of collateral and payments for current loans.
- Manage a loan portfolio and assist with processing and monitoring complex loans.
- Collect and attempt to recover maximum value from delinquent loans.
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Common Health Benefits for a Asset Manager
Medical
33%
None
67%
Gender Breakdown for Asset Managers
Female
61.5%
Male
38.5%
This data is based on 13 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Asset Managers
What is the highest pay for Asset Managers in Cape Town?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Asset Manager in Cape Town is ZAR 919k / year
What is the lowest pay for Asset Managers in Cape Town?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Asset Manager in Cape Town is ZAR 156k / year
How can Asset Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Asset Manager 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 Asset Manager that oversees more junior Asset Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.