Legal Assistant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Legal Assistants in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $110,000. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 47 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 65th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -15 listings vs last month
💰 Legal Assistant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $110,000
Median: $100,000
May $90k
Jun $100k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $81,000 – $110,000
Overall $80k–$110k Mid $81k–$110k $77k $84k $91k $99k $106k $113k
Moderate confidence 47 listings (-15 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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%  $80,000 Median  $100,000 $110,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Legal assistant pay in Sydney rose $10k to a $100k median in a month, one of the sharper pay jumps in this batch, even as listings fell from 62 to 47. That $100k leads the mainland (Melbourne $95k, Brisbane $80k) and sits 5% above the city's all-roles median, unusually high for a support role. The pay rise against falling volume suggests firms are competing harder for experienced assistants.

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 Legal Assistant in Sydney?
A legal assistant starting in Sydney earns from around $80k (the p10), high for support work. Working in a top-tier or specialist firm, strong document and matter-management skills, and litigation or corporate team exposure are what push someone toward the $110k top of the band.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $100k the median runs 5% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets roughly $75k after tax, a strong outcome for a support role in a high cost of living city, and pay is climbing. Legal support in Sydney is one of the better-paid administrative tracks tracked here.
How much does a Senior Legal Assistant make in Sydney?
There is no separate senior band in this data, but the $110k top decile shows where experienced legal assistants and paralegals land. The step up is a paralegal or legal-executive role with case-management ownership, and beyond that a Lawyer or Solicitor path with formal qualification.

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Legal Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $100,000 —
Melbourne $95,000 -5%
Brisbane $80,000 -20%

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