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Sales Assistant

Average Early-Career Sales Assistant with Retail Skills Hourly Pay in Sydney, New South Wales

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AU$21.30
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
25%
A$19.49
MEDIAN
A$21.30
75%
A$27.95

The average hourly pay for a Sales Assistant is AU$21.30 in 2025

Hourly Rate
AU$19 - AU$28
Total Pay
AU$41k - AU$58k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Apr 24 2023)
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What Do Sales Assistants Do?

Sales Assistant Tasks
  • Provides clerical support.
  • Follow-up with calls to prospective clients to provide additional product/services information.
  • Acts as liaison between outside sales and customers by keeping in contact with prospective clients throughout the sale.
  • Required to meet weekly or monthly performance quota for qualifying prospects.
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Common Health Benefits for a Sales Assistant

None
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Gender Breakdown for Sales Assistants

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Sales Assistants

What is the highest pay for Sales Assistants in Sydney?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Sales Assistant in Sydney is A$NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Sales Assistants in Sydney?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Sales Assistant in Sydney is A$NaN / hour

How can Sales Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Sales Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Sales Assistant that oversees more junior Sales Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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