10 Of The Highest Paying Jobs In Australia In 2024

Using data from our 2024 Salary Guide, we have outlined some of the highest-paying jobs in Australia.

Salaries remain the most significant factor that drives professionals to seek new job opportunities. Sixty per cent of employers in Australia reported losing talent due to these specific reasons.

Disclaimer: There may be jobs with higher salaries that are not on this list; these are only roles from the industries and sectors in which we recruit.

10. Head of Data Governance (IT/Technology)

Average salary in Australia: $210K - $250K

9. Chief Information Officer (IT/Technology)

Average salary in Australia: $200K - $330K

8. Chief Financial Officer - SME (Accounting & Finance)

Average salary in Australia: $260K - $400K

7. Head of Finance / Finance Director / Deputy CFO - Large/MN (Accounting & Finance)

Average salary in Australia: $300K+

6. General Manager (Project, Strategy & Change)

Average salary in Australia: $300K - $450K

5. Head of Compliance (Legal, Risk & Compliance)

Average salary in Australia: $200K - $500K

4. Head of Operational Risk (Legal, Risk & Compliance)

Average salary in Australia: $250K - $500K

3. Chief Transformation Officer (Project, Strategy & Change)

Average salary in Australia: $350K - $550K+

2. Chief Financial Officer - Divisional (Accounting & Finance)

Average salary in Australia: $400K - $650K

1. Chief Strategy Officer (Project, Strategy & Change)

Average salary in Australia: $400K - $750K+