Sales Executive Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Sales Executives in Melbourne earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $149,500. That sits 18% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 24 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 21th percentile in Melbourne ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Sales Executive · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $149,500
Median: $100,000
Mar $100k
Apr $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $80,000 – $153,000
Overall $80k–$149k Mid $80k–$153k $77k $93k $109k $125k $141k $157k
⚠ Low confidence 24 listings (+3 vs last month) · 21/05/2026

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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $80,000 Median  $100,000 $149,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Sales executives in Melbourne earn a median of $100,000, 17.6% above the city's all-roles median, with 24 listings rising 3 from March and a flat median. The 69.5% spread ($80,000 to $149,500) reflects the senior-to-very-senior nature of this title in most Australian employers: base-only at the floor for sales executives who haven't yet built a client book, high base for those managing large enterprise accounts. BDMs in Melbourne earn $125,000, the $25,000 BDM premium likely reflects the new-business origination requirement of BDM over the account-management focus of the sales executive function.

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 Sales Executive in Melbourne?
Entry-level sales executives in Melbourne typically earn $80,000 to $90,000 base. The title usually requires 5 or more years of B2B sales experience with demonstrated enterprise or major-account management. Candidates coming from Account Manager backgrounds in technology, financial services, or professional services access the floor of the sales executive range; those with a track record of opening new enterprise accounts command closer to $90,000 from day one.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $100,000, a Melbourne sales executive earns 17.6% above the city's all-roles median. The commission component, not reflected in the base, typically adds 30% to 50% for strong performers, making total remuneration $130,000 to $150,000 for consistent billers. Melbourne's B2B financial services and technology markets provide the strongest pipeline value and therefore the best commission earnings potential for experienced sales executives.
How much does a Senior Sales Executive make in Melbourne?
Senior sales executives in Melbourne earn $120,000 to $149,500 base, with the ceiling available at enterprise software, financial services technology, and B2B services companies where deal sizes and sales cycle complexity justify the premium. Moving to a National Sales Manager or Head of Sales role, with team management and revenue accountability, unlocks $160,000 to $200,000 in Melbourne's corporate market.

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