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Compliance Assistant

Average Early-Career Compliance Assistant Salary in South Africa

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R146,939
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 10.07
MEDIAN
ZAR 147k
90%
ZAR 324k

The average salary for a Compliance Assistant is R146,939 in 2025

Base Salary
R10 - R324k
Bonus
R0 - R15k
Total Pay
R10 - R345k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Nov 04 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Compliance Assistant

Medical
63%
None
38%

Gender Breakdown for Compliance Assistants

Male
66.7%
Female
33.3%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Compliance Assistants

What is the highest pay for Compliance Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Compliance Assistant is ZAR 324k / year

What is the lowest pay for Compliance Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Compliance Assistant is ZAR 10.07 / year

How can Compliance Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Compliance 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 Compliance Assistant that oversees more junior Compliance Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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