Executive Assistant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Executive Assistants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $83,000 and $115,000. That sits 14% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 33 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 49th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +3 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$83,000 – $115,000

Median: $100,000

Jun $100k

Jul $100k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$82,250 – $116,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 33 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 39.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 60.6% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10% $83,000 Median $100,000 $115,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Executive assistants earn $100,000 in Brisbane, behind Melbourne at $107,000 and Sydney at $105,000 but ahead of Perth and Adelaide. The median held flat across the month on 33 listings, and demand sits at the 49th percentile, reflecting how few of these roles exist rather than weak interest. The value of this page is the internal comparison: administration officers in Brisbane earn $80,000 and administration assistants $67,000, so executive support carries a $20,000 to $33,000 premium. At 39% salary disclosure the precision is moderate.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,443

Monthly (net)

~$6,253

Annual (net)

~$75,033

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Executive Assistant in Brisbane?

The $83,000 floor already assumes several years of administrative experience, so this is not an entry-level role. The usual route in is from administration officer or team assistant work. Board paper preparation, complex travel coordination and managing multiple executives are what listings above the median consistently name.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes. At $100,000 an executive assistant earns 14.3% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week and moderate living costs. Melbourne and Sydney pay more nominally, but neither gap survives the housing comparison. Within administration this is the top of the advertised range in Brisbane.

How much does a Senior Executive Assistant make in Brisbane?

The ceiling is $115,000, reached through chief executive or board-level support, often with office management responsibility attached. Listings at that level tend to specify ASX-listed or government executive environments. Beyond this, the progression is into chief of staff or operations management, which sits outside the administration band entirely.

Other roles in Brisbane

Executive Assistant salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$100,000	0%
Melbourne	$107,685	+8%
Sydney	$105,000	+5%
Adelaide	$98,000	~same
Perth	$95,000	-5%

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