Account Executive Salary in Australia

A$115,000Regional estimate

The median salary for an Account Executive in Australia is A$115,000 per year. Most Account Executives earn between A$85,000 and A$205,000, with the top 10% earning over A$205,000.

Pay percentiles

Regional estimate
25th percentile
A$85,000
Median (p50)
A$115,000
75th percentile
A$155,000
Top 10% (p90)
A$205,000

Gross annual, local currency.

Salary by seniority

Estimated
JuniorA$69,000-40%
Mid-levelA$101,000-12%
SeniorA$144,000+25%
Lead / ExecA$201,000+75%

Total compensation

Base70%
Bonus12%
Equity12%
Benefits6%

Benefits are worth about A$14,000 a year on top of cash pay.

Where this pay goes furthest

The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.

How we calculate this

This salary data is a regional estimate based on our user-contributed data. All figures represent gross annual income before taxes and other deductions. Benefits add an estimated A$14,000 per year to total compensation.

Frequently asked questions

Is A$115,000 a good salary for an Account Executive in Australia?

A median salary of A$115,000 is a strong earning potential for an Account Executive in Australia. It sits comfortably above the 25th percentile of A$85,000, indicating good earning capacity.

How does a senior Account Executive salary compare to a junior one?

Senior Account Executives earn a median salary of A$144,000, significantly higher than the junior median of A$69,000. This reflects increased experience and responsibility.

What is the total compensation for an Account Executive?

The total compensation includes base salary plus benefits. The median salary is A$115,000, with an additional estimated A$14,000 per year in benefits, bringing the total potential compensation higher.

How are these Account Executive salary figures calculated?

These figures are derived from a large dataset of self-reported salaries from Account Executives across Australia. They represent percentiles, with the median being the midpoint of all reported salaries.

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