▲14%
£22,741
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
10%
£20k
MEDIAN
£23k
90%
£32k
The average salary for a Senior Secretary is £22,741 in 2025
Base Salary
£20k - £32k
Bonus
£350 - £1k
Total Pay
£21k - £38k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Senior Secretaries?
What Do Senior Secretaries Do?
Senior Secretary Tasks
- Receive and direct telephone calls or visitors.
- Maintain office records.
- Provide follow-up on requests for information.
- Respond to non-technical requests for information such as status of reports.
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Secretary
Medical
17%
None
83%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Secretaries
Female
100.0%
This data is based on 10 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Senior Secretaries
What is the highest pay for Senior Secretaries?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Secretary is £32k / year
What is the lowest pay for Senior Secretaries?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Secretary is £20k / year
How can Senior Secretaries increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Secretary 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 Senior Secretary that oversees more junior Senior Secretaries, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.