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Administration / Reception / Secretarial Average Salaries in Malaysia 2024

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


Average Monthly Salary
3,910 MYR
( 46,900 MYR yearly)

LOW
1,960
MYR
AVERAGE
3,910
MYR
HIGH
8,920
MYR
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 Malaysia typically earns around 3,910 MYR. Salaries range from 1,960 MYR (lowest average) to 8,920 MYR (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 Malaysia 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 Specialist7,520 MYR
Admin Clerk2,350 MYR
Admin Executive3,560 MYR
Administrative Aide2,590 MYR
Administrative Analyst5,000 MYR
Administrative Assistant3,640 MYR
Administrative Associate3,520 MYR
Administrative Coordinator3,370 MYR
Administrative Manager5,140 MYR
Administrative Officer3,500 MYR
Administrative Receptionist3,330 MYR
Administrative Secretary2,910 MYR
Administrative Specialist3,200 MYR
Administrative Support3,060 MYR
Administrative Technician2,690 MYR
Board Secretary3,210 MYR
Branch Office Administrator5,280 MYR
Business Administrator5,250 MYR
Business Office Manager8,610 MYR
Central Office Operator3,200 MYR
Clerical Assistant2,120 MYR
Clerk2,300 MYR
Commercial Administrator4,640 MYR
Commissions Processor4,170 MYR
Conveyancing Secretary2,910 MYR
Corporate Receptionist3,260 MYR
Creditors Clerk3,250 MYR
Data Entry Clerk2,300 MYR
Data Entry Specialist3,430 MYR
Document Controller2,930 MYR
Document Management Specialist4,080 MYR
Executive Administrative Assistant3,950 MYR
Executive Assistant3,610 MYR
Executive Officer4,460 MYR
Executive Personal Assistant4,430 MYR
Executive Secretary3,740 MYR
File Clerk2,370 MYR
Front Desk Attendant3,140 MYR
Front Desk Coordinator4,080 MYR
Front Desk Manager5,200 MYR
Front Desk Receptionist3,140 MYR
Front Desk Shift Leader4,080 MYR
Front Office Assistant3,120 MYR
Front Office Executive4,000 MYR
Group Services Manager8,920 MYR
Head Receptionist3,820 MYR
Inquiry and Admissions Clerk2,160 MYR
Key Account Assistant3,900 MYR
Keyboard and Data Entry Operator2,160 MYR
Leasing Administrator4,330 MYR
Legal Secretary3,400 MYR
Librarian4,080 MYR
Mail Processing Clerk2,000 MYR
Mail Sorting Clerk1,980 MYR
Mailroom Clerk2,060 MYR
Mailroom Manager3,790 MYR
Management Support Secretary3,400 MYR
Master Programme Coordinator6,760 MYR
Medical Receptionist3,490 MYR
Meeting and Event Assistant3,950 MYR
Meeting and Event Manager8,050 MYR
Night Manager4,950 MYR
Office Administrator5,250 MYR
Office Assistant2,370 MYR
Office Automation Clerk3,960 MYR
Office Clerk2,560 MYR
Office Coordinator3,330 MYR
Office Manager5,970 MYR
Office Services Coordinator4,590 MYR
Office Supervisor4,090 MYR
Operations Analyst6,860 MYR
Operations Clerk3,900 MYR
Operations Manager8,900 MYR
Personal Assistant3,260 MYR
Planning Assistant3,960 MYR
Process Expert5,010 MYR
Program Coordinator4,850 MYR
Programme Assistant4,200 MYR
Project Administrator5,720 MYR
Project Coordinator7,130 MYR
Query Administrator4,080 MYR
Reception Team Lead4,210 MYR
Receptionist3,260 MYR
Records Officer2,800 MYR
Registry Administrator3,430 MYR
Registry and Filing Clerk2,350 MYR
Rental Clerk2,300 MYR
Schedule Officer2,300 MYR
Scheduler2,400 MYR
School Secretary3,260 MYR
Secretary2,850 MYR
Service Reception Head3,980 MYR
Switchboard Operator2,880 MYR
Technical Program Manager7,410 MYR
Technical Project Manager7,940 MYR
Typist2,560 MYR
Unit Secretary3,030 MYR
Wayleave Officer2,400 MYR


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

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

5% of people earn
4,790 MYR or more
10% of people earn
4,090 to 4,790 MYR
20% of people earn
2,540 MYR or less
65% of people earn
2,540 to 4,090 MYR
Minimum Salary
1,960 MYR
Median
3,650 MYR
Maximum
8,920 MYR




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 Malaysia range from 1,960 MYR (starting average salary) to 8,920 MYR (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 3,650 MYR, implying that half of the workforce in Malaysia 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 Malaysia earn less than 3,000 MYR, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 4,460 MYR, 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 Malaysia. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 2,540 MYR to 4,090 MYR. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 2,540 MYR mark, while 10% ranged from 4,090 MYR to 4,790 MYR. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 4,790 MYR 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 Malaysia 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 Malaysia, 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 Malaysia costs anywhere from 33,100 MYR to 99,200 MYR 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 / Malaysia

Salary comparison by gender Malaysia Administration / Reception / Secretarial monthly
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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 Malaysia, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 8%.

Male
4,040 MYR
Female-8%
3,730 MYR
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Malaysia for all Careers

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

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

Professionals working in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Malaysia are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 8% every 18 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 9% granted to employees every 17 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Malaysia 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.

Malaysia / 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 Malaysia is 6%.

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 / Malaysia

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Malaysia Administration / Reception / Secretarial
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72% of surveyed staff in Administration / Reception / Secretarial reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 28% 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
28%
No Bonus
72%

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 / Malaysia


23 MYR per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Administration / Reception / Secretarial in Malaysia is 23 MYR.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 Malaysia is 11 MYR. 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
Ampang3,560 MYR
Ipoh4,180 MYR
Johor Bahru3,940 MYR
Klang3,630 MYR
Kota Kinabalu3,880 MYR
Kuala Lumpur4,240 MYR
Kuching3,800 MYR
Petaling Jaya4,120 MYR
Shah Alam4,030 MYR
Subang Jaya3,700 MYR

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 Malaysia is 9% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
6,340 MYR
Public Sector+9%
6,900 MYR
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 Malaysia?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 3,650 MYR and 4,460 MYR. 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 Malaysia ranges from 1,960 MYR to 3,000 MYR. 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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