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Recruiter Salary in South Africa

Recruiters source, screen, and hire talent to meet an organization's needs. The South Africa median is $29,903 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$29,903
per year
Monthly (national)
$2,495
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$29,903
Cape Town, ZA
Hourly (national)
$14.38
varies by city

Recruiter salary by city in South Africa

CityPer year
Cape Town, ZA$29,903
Durban, ZA$29,903
Pretoria, ZA$29,903
Gqeberha, ZA$29,903
Pietermaritzburg, ZA$29,903
Bloemfontein, ZA$29,903
East London, ZA$29,903
Vereeniging, ZA$29,903
Welkom, ZA$29,903
Newcastle, ZA$29,903
Krugersdorp, ZA$29,903
Johannesburg, ZA$20,914

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a recruiter make in South Africa?
The national median recruiter salary in South Africa is about R 489 000 per year (R 40 800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about R 342 000 to R 489 000.
Which South Africa city pays recruiters the most?
Cape Town, ZA pays the most at about R 489 000 per year.
Which South Africa city pays recruiters the least?
Among cities we cover, Johannesburg, ZA is on the lower end at about R 342 000 per year for a recruiter.
What is the typical salary range for a recruiter in South Africa?
Across South Africa cities we cover, recruiter pay commonly spans from about R 224 000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about R 714 900 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Africa cities have recruiter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes recruiter pay for 12 cities in South Africa, all shown in ZAR.
Is recruiter in demand in South Africa?
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.