50% of professionals earn between R 180 000 - R 380 000 ZAR
The median salary is R 270 000
The average salary for a Executive Assistant in South Africa is ZAR 180 000 - ZAR 380 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 325 000 per year, based on 8 743 active job listings.
The cities with the most Executive Assistant job opportunities in South Africa are Workfromhome, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria. Workfromhome leads with 3 864 job openings.
Leading employers for Executive Assistant roles in South Africa include DO MORE Placements, Crew Life at Sea, Somewhere, Government Vacancies, Jobgether.
Explore 8 743 Executive Assistant job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.