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Administration / Reception / Secretarial Average Salaries in Iraq 2024

How much money does a person working in Administration / Reception / Secretarial make in Iraq?


Average Monthly Salary
1,220,000 IQD
( 14,600,000 IQD yearly)

LOW
610,000
IQD
AVERAGE
1,220,000
IQD
HIGH
2,780,000
IQD
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq typically earns around 1,220,000 IQD. Salaries range from 610,000 IQD (lowest average) to 2,780,000 IQD (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Administration / Reception / Secretarial domain in Iraq exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Administration / Reception / Secretarial
Accreditation Specialist2,490,000 IQD
Admin Clerk704,000 IQD
Admin Executive1,150,000 IQD
Administrative Aide812,000 IQD
Administrative Analyst1,530,000 IQD
Administrative Assistant1,110,000 IQD
Administrative Associate1,050,000 IQD
Administrative Coordinator1,090,000 IQD
Administrative Manager1,680,000 IQD
Administrative Officer1,110,000 IQD
Administrative Receptionist1,050,000 IQD
Administrative Secretary991,000 IQD
Administrative Specialist1,060,000 IQD
Administrative Support928,000 IQD
Administrative Technician879,000 IQD
Board Secretary965,000 IQD
Branch Office Administrator1,740,000 IQD
Business Administrator1,720,000 IQD
Business Office Manager2,710,000 IQD
Central Office Operator1,010,000 IQD
Clerical Assistant683,000 IQD
Clerk732,000 IQD
Commercial Administrator1,610,000 IQD
Commissions Processor1,300,000 IQD
Conveyancing Secretary943,000 IQD
Corporate Receptionist1,050,000 IQD
Creditors Clerk1,090,000 IQD
Data Entry Clerk762,000 IQD
Data Entry Specialist1,050,000 IQD
Document Controller887,000 IQD
Document Management Specialist1,420,000 IQD
Executive Administrative Assistant1,240,000 IQD
Executive Assistant1,230,000 IQD
Executive Officer1,340,000 IQD
Executive Personal Assistant1,430,000 IQD
Executive Secretary1,210,000 IQD
File Clerk735,000 IQD
Front Desk Attendant1,010,000 IQD
Front Desk Coordinator1,220,000 IQD
Front Desk Manager1,700,000 IQD
Front Desk Receptionist986,000 IQD
Front Desk Shift Leader1,300,000 IQD
Front Office Assistant930,000 IQD
Front Office Executive1,340,000 IQD
Group Services Manager2,830,000 IQD
Head Receptionist1,290,000 IQD
Inquiry and Admissions Clerk721,000 IQD
Key Account Assistant1,290,000 IQD
Keyboard and Data Entry Operator713,000 IQD
Leasing Administrator1,340,000 IQD
Legal Secretary1,070,000 IQD
Librarian1,350,000 IQD
Mail Processing Clerk656,000 IQD
Mail Sorting Clerk643,000 IQD
Mailroom Clerk658,000 IQD
Mailroom Manager1,220,000 IQD
Management Support Secretary1,040,000 IQD
Master Programme Coordinator2,080,000 IQD
Medical Receptionist1,130,000 IQD
Meeting and Event Assistant1,240,000 IQD
Meeting and Event Manager2,710,000 IQD
Night Manager1,540,000 IQD
Office Administrator1,650,000 IQD
Office Assistant727,000 IQD
Office Automation Clerk1,310,000 IQD
Office Clerk846,000 IQD
Office Coordinator1,090,000 IQD
Office Manager1,910,000 IQD
Office Services Coordinator1,440,000 IQD
Office Supervisor1,380,000 IQD
Operations Analyst2,200,000 IQD
Operations Clerk1,250,000 IQD
Operations Manager2,780,000 IQD
Personal Assistant1,120,000 IQD
Planning Assistant1,320,000 IQD
Process Expert1,670,000 IQD
Program Coordinator1,550,000 IQD
Programme Assistant1,390,000 IQD
Project Administrator1,730,000 IQD
Project Coordinator2,350,000 IQD
Query Administrator1,320,000 IQD
Reception Team Lead1,440,000 IQD
Receptionist1,060,000 IQD
Records Officer883,000 IQD
Registry Administrator1,090,000 IQD
Registry and Filing Clerk741,000 IQD
Rental Clerk754,000 IQD
Schedule Officer762,000 IQD
Scheduler833,000 IQD
School Secretary1,070,000 IQD
Secretary998,000 IQD
Service Reception Head1,260,000 IQD
Switchboard Operator858,000 IQD
Technical Program Manager2,520,000 IQD
Technical Project Manager2,630,000 IQD
Typist820,000 IQD
Unit Secretary1,000,000 IQD
Wayleave Officer780,000 IQD


Administration / Reception / Secretarial Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Iraq

Median and salary distribution Iraq Administration / Reception / Secretarial monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
1,490,000 IQD or more
10% of people earn
1,270,000 to 1,490,000 IQD
20% of people earn
791,000 IQD or less
65% of people earn
791,000 to 1,270,000 IQD
Minimum Salary
610,000
IQD
Median
1,140,000
IQD
Maximum
2,780,000
IQD




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq range from 610,000 IQD (starting average salary) to 2,780,000 IQD (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Administration / Reception / Secretarial is 1,140,000 IQD, implying that half of the workforce in Iraq earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq earn less than 935,000 IQD, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 1,390,000 IQD, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 791,000 IQD to 1,270,000 IQD. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 791,000 IQD mark, while 10% ranged from 1,270,000 IQD to 1,490,000 IQD. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 1,490,000 IQD or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Iraq costs anywhere from 10,300,000 IQD to 30,900,000 IQD and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Administration / Reception / Secretarial / Iraq

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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 14%.

Male
1,280,000 IQD
Female-12%
1,120,000 IQD
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Iraq for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Administration / Reception / Secretarial / Iraq

How much are annual salary increments in Iraq for individuals working in Administration / Reception / Secretarial? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 6% every 21 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 7% granted to employees every 20 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Iraq Administration / Reception / Secretarial
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Iraq / All Professions

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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Iraq is 4%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Administration / Reception / Secretarial / Iraq

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75% of surveyed staff in Administration / Reception / Secretarial reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 25% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 0% to 4% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
25%
No Bonus
75%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Administration / Reception / Secretarial / Iraq


7,020 IQD per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq is 7,020 IQD.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq is 3,520 IQD. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Al-Basrah1,370,000 IQD
Al-Mawsil1,160,000 IQD
An-Najaf1,320,000 IQD
Baghdad1,420,000 IQD
Irbil1,270,000 IQD
Kirkuk1,220,000 IQD

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Iraq is 15% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
1,920,000 IQD
Public Sector+15%
2,200,000 IQD
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 1,140,000 IQD and 1,390,000 IQD. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Iraq ranges from 610,000 IQD to 935,000 IQD. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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