Personal assistants and other secretaries Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median personal assistants and other secretaries salary in the UK is £25,233 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £26,511, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £15.96.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £20,266 in East Midlands to £41,039 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£25,233
Annual
UK Mean
£26,511
Annual
Hourly Rate
£15.96
Median
UK Jobs
164
Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £41,039 | £41,200 | £35,257 |
| Scotland | £25,311 | £23,138 | £27,423 |
| South East | £25,083 | £25,074 | £24,305 |
| North West | £24,033 | £23,698 | £26,352 |
| North East | £24,000 | £24,332 | £26,637 |
| East Midlands | £20,266 | £20,131 | £22,076 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average personal assistants and other secretaries salary in the UK?
The median personal assistants and other secretaries salary in the UK is £25,233 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £26,511, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays personal assistants and other secretaries the most?
London pays the highest personal assistants and other secretaries salaries with a median of £41,039.
How does personal assistants and other secretaries pay vary by region?
Personal assistants and other secretaries salaries range from £20,266 in East Midlands to £41,039 in London.
Are personal assistants and other secretaries salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for personal assistants and other secretaries?
The median hourly rate for personal assistants and other secretaries in the UK is £15.96 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.