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Recruiter Salary in Malaysia

Recruiters source, screen, and hire talent to meet an organization's needs. The Malaysia median is $50,862 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$50,862
per year
Monthly (national)
$4,251
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$50,862
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$24.45
varies by city

Recruiter salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$50,862
Petaling Jaya, MY$50,862
Ipoh, MY$50,862
Malacca, MY$50,862
Kota Bharu, MY$50,862
Kuantan, MY$50,862
Kota Kinabalu, MY$50,862
Kuala Terengganu, MY$50,862
Alor Setar, MY$50,862
Kuching, MY$50,862
Seremban, MY$50,862
Kuala Lumpur, MY$35,628

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a recruiter make in Malaysia?
The national median recruiter salary in Malaysia is about RM 207,000 per year (RM 17,300 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 145,000 to RM 207,000.
Which Malaysia city pays recruiters the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 207,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays recruiters the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 145,000 per year for a recruiter.
What is the typical salary range for a recruiter in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, recruiter pay commonly spans from about RM 94,900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 302,600 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have recruiter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes recruiter pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is recruiter in demand in Malaysia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.