Average Account Executive, Public Relations (PR) Salary in South Africa

R121,304
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 95k
MEDIAN
ZAR 121k
90%
ZAR 292k

The average salary for an Account Executive, Public Relations (PR) is R121,304 in 2025

Base Salary
R95k - R292k
Bonus
R0 - R20k
Total Pay
R95k - R292k
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What Do Account Executive, Public Relations (PR)s Do?

Account Executive, Public Relations (PR) Tasks
  • Conduct marketing promotions and consumer outreach programs to grow sales.
  • Manage multiple public relations accounts and develop quarterly public relations plans and budgets.
  • Manage and maintain media relationships and make regular pitches to editors.
  • Develop public relations content such as articles, papers, case studies, and press releases.
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FAQs About Account Executive, Public Relations (PR)s

What is the highest pay for Account Executive, Public Relations (PR)s?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Account Executive, Public Relations (PR) is ZAR 292k / year

What is the lowest pay for Account Executive, Public Relations (PR)s?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Account Executive, Public Relations (PR) is ZAR 95k / year

How can Account Executive, Public Relations (PR)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Account Executive, Public Relations (PR) 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 an Account Executive, Public Relations (PR) that oversees more junior Account Executive, Public Relations (PR)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.