Is administrative assistant pay in London higher than the UK average?

Yes — administrative assistant pay in London runs about 15% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on NJC support staff scale.

Which nearby cities pay administrative assistants more than London?

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

Salary guide · London

Administrative Assistant Salary in London

Q: How much does an administrative assistant earn in London?

The average salary for a administrative assistant in London is £31,625 per year, typically ranging from £25,300 per year to £40,250 per year.

How much does an administrative assistant earn in London?

Average base salary in London

£31,625 per year

per year in London · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£25,300 per year£31,625 per year£40,250 per year

Administrative Assistant pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Administrative Assistant pay in London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for administrative assistants near London

Compare average administrative assistant pay in London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average administrative assistant salary	Jobs
Inner London	£32,450 per year	View jobs
City of London	£32,450 per year	View jobs
Westminster	£32,450 per year	View jobs
Camden	£32,450 per year	View jobs
London This location	£31,625 per year	View jobs
Outer London	£30,250 per year	View jobs
London Fringe	£28,875 per year	View jobs

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Frequently asked questions about administrative assistant pay in London

How much does an administrative assistant earn in London?

The average salary for an administrative assistant in London is £31,625 per year, typically ranging from £25,300 per year to £40,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is London a well-paid area for administrative assistants?

London pays administrative assistants around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC support staff scale.

Which schools and agencies hire administrative assistants in London?

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

How can an administrative assistant in London increase their salary?

Administrative Assistants in London typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between administrative assistant pay in London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In London it's £31,625 per year — a premium of £4,125 per year versus the UK average.

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