Assistant Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 01/06/2026

Assistant Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $78,300 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $62,250 and $95,500. That sits 14% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 50 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 73th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +13 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$62,250 – $95,500

Median: $78,300

Apr $76k

May $78k

↑ Trending up

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level

$60,750 – $85,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10% $62,250 Median $78,300 $95,500 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney Assistant Managers earned $78,300 in May, up $1,700 from April, with 50 listings (up 13 from April). The 42% spread from $60k to $85k is standard for the function. Sydney pays $1,700 more than Melbourne and Brisbane for the same role, a modest premium for a high-cost city. At 14% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is below market, which is expected for front-line retail and hospitality management.

Take Home Pay (based on median $78,300)

Weekly (net)

~$1,170

Monthly (net)

~$5,068

Annual (net)

~$60,820

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $87,304

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Assistant Manager in Sydney?

Entry-level Assistant Managers in Sydney earn $60,750 to $76,600 at the mid level (44 listings). Moving toward $85,000 typically requires managing a high-volume operation (a top-decile store by revenue or a full-service venue), where operational complexity justifies the upper-range pay.

Is $78,300 a good salary in Sydney?

At $78,300 and 14% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is below market for Australia's most expensive city. Sydney's housing costs make $78k a genuinely tight income for most renters. Store Managers in Sydney earn $70,000, so the assistant title carries an $8,300 premium that reflects supervisory responsibility.

How much does a Senior Assistant Manager make in Sydney?

Sydney Assistant Managers cap around $85,000. Moving into an Area Manager role ($115,000 median) or an Operations Manager function ($125,000 median) is the significant salary step from this level. That transition typically requires either managing multiple sites simultaneously or demonstrating strong P&L accountability at a single location.

Other roles in Sydney

Assistant Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$78,300	—
Brisbane	$76,600	~same
Melbourne	$76,600	~same

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