Is accounts assistant pay in City of London higher than the UK average?

Yes — accounts assistant pay in City of London runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which nearby cities pay accounts assistants more than City of London?

Use the "Highest paying cities near City of London" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · City of London

Accounts Assistant Salary in City of London

Q: How much does an accounts assistant earn in City of London?

The average salary for a accounts assistant in City of London is £33,630 per year, typically ranging from £25,960 per year to £42,480 per year.

How much does an accounts assistant earn in City of London?

Average base salary in City of London

£33,630 per year

per year in City of London · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£25,960 per year£33,630 per year£42,480 per year

Accounts Assistant salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical accounts assistant pay across the UK. Accounts Assistant pay in City of London is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for accounts assistants near City of London

Compare average accounts assistant pay in City of London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average accounts assistant salary	Jobs
City of London This location	£33,630 per year	View jobs
Chorley	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Christchurch	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Cirencester	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Clackmannanshire	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Clacton-on-Sea	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Clevedon	£27,075 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Accounts Assistant get paid in City of London?

Academy Trustee in City of London

Average

£33,630 per year

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Access Arrangements Assessor in City of London

Average

£33,630 per year

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Access Arrangements Coordinator in City of London

Average

£59,000 per year

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Activities Coordinator in City of London

Average

£59,000 per year

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Admin Assistant in City of London

Average

£32,450 per year

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Administrative Assistant in City of London

Average

£32,450 per year

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Frequently asked questions about accounts assistant pay in City of London

How much does an accounts assistant earn in City of London?

The average salary for an accounts assistant in City of London is £33,630 per year, typically ranging from £25,960 per year to £42,480 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is City of London a well-paid area for accounts assistants?

City of London pays accounts assistants around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which schools and agencies hire accounts assistants in City of London?

Live accounts assistant openings in City of London rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an accounts assistant in City of London increase their salary?

Accounts Assistants in City of London typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between accounts assistant pay in City of London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In City of London it's £33,630 per year — a premium of £5,130 per year versus the UK average.

Accounts Assistant jobs in City of London

Live accounts assistant vacancies in City of London from schools, trusts and agencies.

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