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 7 209 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 2 218 job openings.
Leading employers for Executive Assistant roles in South Africa include Somewhere, BDO South Africa, Bidvest Protea Coin, Black Pen Recruitment, Boardroom Appointments.
Explore 7 209 Executive Assistant job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.