General Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

General Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $195,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $123,500 and $275,000. That sits 105% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 48 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 69th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +7 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$123,500 – $275,000

Median: $195,000

Jun $160k

Jul $195k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$123,000 – $275,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 48 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 27.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 72.5% 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% $123,500 Median $195,000 $275,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median jumped $35,000 to $195,000, a 22% rise and the largest increase of any role in this report. Listings grew from 41 to 48. Sydney now sits second nationally behind Adelaide at $200,000 and ahead of Brisbane at $192,000. Only 28% of listings stated a salary, so a move this large should be treated as directional rather than settled. At 105.3% above the city median this is the highest-paying title in the Sydney data.

Take Home Pay (based on median $195,000)

Weekly (net)

~$2,552

Monthly (net)

~$11,057

Annual (net)

~$132,683

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $217,425

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 General Manager in Sydney?

There is no entry point: the $123,000 floor assumes prior executive or senior management experience. Operations management, finance management and divisional leadership are the usual routes in. P&L ownership and board reporting are what separate a genuine general manager listing from a senior operational one.

Is $195,000 a good salary in Sydney?

Yes, more than any other Sydney role here. At $195,000 a general manager earns 105.3% above the city's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $2,552 a week. Adelaide pays $5,000 more at a far lower cost base, which is the more striking comparison. Given only one listing in four disclosed pay, treat the 22% rise cautiously.

How much does a Senior General Manager make in Sydney?

The ceiling is $275,000, reached through larger revenue responsibility rather than a different title. Business size is the lever, with listings at that level referencing turnover or headcount. Managing director and chief executive roles sit above this range but rarely appear in advertised listings.

Other roles in Sydney

General Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$195,000	0%
Adelaide	$200,000	+3%
Brisbane	$192,500	~same
Melbourne	$182,500	-6%
Perth	$160,000	-18%

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