Malaysia
Salary Benchmark 2018
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
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average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
MalaysiaDigital
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“2018 should be exciting for digital as the Digital Free Trade Zone opens. With this rise of digital and e-commerce, expect high demand for digital roles such as product managers and UI/UX design.”
e-Commerce
Fintech/Financial Services
Media and Entertainment
Consulting
• Data Scientists
• UI/UX Leads
• Product Leads
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
20% 26-30%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Digital
AgencySALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
SEO / SEM Executive 42 60 51
SEO / SEM Manager 96 144 120
Affiliates Manager 96 144 120
Advertising Operations Manager 84 96 90
Head of Search 216 300 258
In-houseSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Web Designer 48 72 60
Online / Digital Marketing Manager 120 180 150
Digital Acquisition Manager 120 180 150
Content Production Manager 96 144 120
Online Product Manager 120 180 150
Digital Project Manager 120 180 150
Director / Head of Digital 240 360 300
Social Media Executive 48 72 60
Social Media Manager 96 144 96
Senior Social Strategist 96 144 96
SEO / SEM Executive 48 72 60
Web Analytics Specialist 60 96 78
User Experience Specialist 60 96 78
e-Commerce Executive 48 72 60
e-Commerce Manager 96 144 120
Director / Head of e-Commerce 180 300 240
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
www.michaelpage.com.myWorldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
MalaysiaEngineering & Manufacturing
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“In 2018, we’ll see an industry shift from labour-heavy operations to leaner set-ups that boast better costs savings and greater efficiencies with the adoption of technology, automation, and outsourcing.”
Chemicals and Coatings
Plastic and Rubber
EMS/Electronics
Heavy Equipment
• Production Managers
• Maintenance Managers
• R&D Managers
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
9% 11-15%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Engineering & Manufacturing
Research and DevelopmentSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Design Engineer 63 82 72
Application Engineer 63 82 72
Senior Design Engineer 88 101 95
Senior Application Engineer 88 101 95
Engineering Manager 126 189 158
Engineering Director 240 300 270
Production and ManufacturingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Production Engineer 63 82 72
Production Engineering Manager 126 189 158
Production Manager 126 189 158
Factory / Plant Manager 246 308 277
General Manager 360 480 420
EngineeringSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Project Management 101 126 113
Engineering (Manufacturing,Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic) 76 101 88
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
QualitySALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Quality Engineer 63 82 72
Senior Quality Engineer 88 101 95
Quality Manager 126 189 158
Quality Director 240 300 270
Process Improvement/OperationsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Senior Officer, Process Improvement 63 88 76
Assistant Manager, Process Improvement 108 144 126
Manager of Process Improvement / Operations Excellence 156 240 198
Director of Process Improvement / Operations Excellence 300 360 330
Quality Assurance and ComplianceSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Quality Assurance Officer 38 63 50
Quality Assurance Senior Officer 50 76 63
Quality Assurance Assistant Manager 101 126 113
Quality Assurance Manager 126 189 158
Quality Assurance Director 240 300 270
Head of Quality Assurance 240 300 270
Senior Project Manager 132 198 165
Project/Program Director 198 264 231
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Engineering & Manufacturing
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
MalaysiaFinance & Accounting
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“Finance and accounting will remain one of the most in-demand functions in 2018. Companies are realising its importance and shifting perceptions from seeing it as a backend support function to a value-added
business division.”
Retail/E-commerce Startup
Fintech & Payments
Infrastructure
Manufacturing
• Financial planning & analysis/ Commerical finance/Business finance
• Regional finance positions
• Finance process improvements
decrease in number of positions in the last 12 months
12% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Finance & Accounting
GeneralSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Accounts Payable Accountant 48 84 66
Financial Accountant 60 144 102
Cost Accountant 60 96 78
Credit Analyst 60 120 90
Group Accountant – Consolidation 120 180 150
Financial/Business Analyst 72 180 126
Finance Manager (Small/Medium Organisation) 96 180 138
Finance Manager (Large Organisation) 96 216 156
Credit Manager 84 144 114
Costing Manager 96 168 132
Financial & Planning Analysis Manager 120 240 180
Financial Controller (Small/Medium Organisation) 144 240 192
Financial Controller (Large Organisation) 180 300 240
Credit Director 120 200 160
CFO/Finance Director (Large Organisation) 240 600 420
SpecialistSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Pricing Analyst 84 144 114
Pricing Manager 144 264 204
Corporate Finance Manager 120 240 180
Corporate Finance Director 240 600 420
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
Internal AuditSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Internal Auditor (Large Local Organizations) 36 60 48
Senior Internal Auditor (Large Local Organizations) 60 84 72
Internal Audit Manager (Large Local Organizations) 84 120 102
Internal Audit Senior Manager (Large Local Organizations) 120 180 150
Head of Internal Audit (Large Local Organizations) 240 300 270
Internal Auditor (Regional) 36 60 48
Senior Internal Auditor (Regional) 60 84 72
Internal Audit Manager (Regional) 144 180 162
Head of Internal Audit (Regional) 180 240 210
RiskSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Risk Associate (Large Local Organization) 36 60 48
Senior Risk Associate (Large Local Organization) 60 84 72
Risk Manager (Large Local Organization) 84 120 102
Senior Risk Manager (Large Local Organization) 120 180 150
Chief Risk Officer (Large Local Organization) 240 480 360
Risk Manager (MNC) 96 180 138
ComplianceSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Compliance Manager (Large Local Organization) 84 108 96
Head of Compliance (Large Local Organization) 300 480 390
Compliance Manager - (Regional) 96 144 120
Financial Compliance Manager (Regional Shared Service Centres) 120 240 180
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Finance & Accounting
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2018
Professional Services & Public Accounting - External Audit SALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Associate 2 36 46 41
Senior Associate 2 54 66 60
Assistant Manager/Supervisor 74 78 76
Manager 96 108 102
Senior Manager 120 168 144
Director 216 240 228
TaxSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Tax Executive (MNC/Conglomerate) 36 54 45
Senior Tax Executive (MNC/Conglomerate) 54 84 69
Tax Manager (Conglomerate) 96 144 120
Senior Tax Manager (Conglomerate) 144 216 180
Head of Tax (Conglomerate) 180 300 240
Tax Manager (MNC Malaysia coverage) 120 240 180
Tax Manager (MNC Regional) 120 240 180
Head of Tax (MNC Regional) 180 300 240
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Finance & Accounting
www.michaelpage.com.myWorldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
MalaysiaHealthcare & Life Sciences
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“In 2018, we should see increased volume in regional roles in healthcare and life sciences based in Malaysia for cost reasons. We should also expect to see startup projects in medical devices and
biopharmaceuticals.”
Pharmaceutical
Device Manufacturing
Hospitals/Medical Centers
Research/Life Sciences
• Medical Affairs
• Regulatory Affairs
• Clinical Research
6-10%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
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average salary increase when moving jobs
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2018 Healthcare & Life Sciences
Clinical ResearchSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Drug Safety/Pharmacovigilence 60 108 84
Data Management 48 108 78
Clinical Operations 48 120 84
BioStatistician 48 108 78
SAS Programmer 48 120 84
Medical Affairs 60 144 102
Research and DevelopmentSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Scientists (non–PhDs) 84 120 102
Scientists (PhDs) 156 192 174
Qualtiy and ComplianceSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Quality Control 36 144 90
Microbiology 36 144 90
Regulatory Affairs 42 144 93
Quality Assurance (GMP) 36 144 90
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
Clinical ResearchSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Manufacturing 36 180 108
Process Engineering 36 180 108
Mechanical Engineering 36 180 108
Electrical Engineering 36 180 108
Controls/Automation 42 180 111
EHS 36 180 108
Validation 36 180 108
CommericalSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Sales/Medical Representative 36 60 48
Product Manager 60 84 72
Senior/Group Product Manager 60 120 90
Sales Manager 120 180 150
Marketing Manager 120 180 150
Sales Director 300 420 360
Marketing Director 300 420 360
General Manager 420 540 480
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Healthcare & Life Sciences
www.michaelpage.com.myWorldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
MalaysiaHuman Resources
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“Small to Medium Enterprises will be at the forefront of demand for human resources candidates in 2018. Larger companies will focus on filling senior and critical positions, with a trend to use agencies for other
functions within HR.”
Services
Financial
Industrial
FMCG
• Heads of HR/Senior HR managers
• HR business partners/HR generalists
• Junior HR executives
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
0% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Human Resources
Banking and Financial ServicesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Payroll Specialist 25 120 73
Mobility Specialist 38 150 94
HRIS Specialist 38 150 94
Learning and Development Specialist 60 300 180
Recruitment Specialist 36 150 93
HR Generalist/Business Partner 60 300 180
Organisational Development 70 350 210
Compensation and Benefits Specialist 60 250 155
Head of Human Resources/HR Director 170 400 285
Commerce and IndustrySALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Payroll Specialist 25 120 73
Mobility Specialist 38 150 94
HRIS Specialist 38 150 94
Learning and Development Specialist 60 250 155
Recruitment Specialist 30 150 90
HR Generalist/Business Partner 48 300 174
Organisational Development 70 350 210
Compensation and Benefits Specialist 60 200 130
Head of Human Resources/HR Director 170 300 235
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
www.michaelpage.com.myWorldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
Worldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
MalaysiaHuman Resources
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“Small to Medium Enterprises will be at the forefront of demand for human resources candidates in 2018. Larger companies will focus on filling senior and critical positions, with a trend to use agencies for other
functions within HR.”
Services
Financial
Industrial
FMCG
• Heads of HR/Senior HR managers
• HR business partners/HR generalists
• Junior HR executives
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
0% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Human Resources
Banking and Financial ServicesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Payroll Specialist 25 120 73
Mobility Specialist 38 150 94
HRIS Specialist 38 150 94
Learning and Development Specialist 60 300 180
Recruitment Specialist 36 150 93
HR Generalist/Business Partner 60 300 180
Organisational Development 70 350 210
Compensation and Benefits Specialist 60 250 155
Head of Human Resources/HR Director 170 400 285
Commerce and IndustrySALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Payroll Specialist 25 120 73
Mobility Specialist 38 150 94
HRIS Specialist 38 150 94
Learning and Development Specialist 60 250 155
Recruitment Specialist 30 150 90
HR Generalist/Business Partner 48 300 174
Organisational Development 70 350 210
Compensation and Benefits Specialist 60 200 130
Head of Human Resources/HR Director 170 300 235
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
www.michaelpage.com.myWorldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
Worldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
MalaysiaLegal
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“In 2018, we will see high demand for in-house counsel roles, focused on compliance and risk management. With the increase in international trade and investments, look for demand for legal
professionals with regional and cross-border experience.”
Financial Services
Legal Firms
Conglomerates (PLCs/GLCs)
Regional Hubs (MNCs)
• Regional Legal Counsel
• Legal Operations Managers
• Heads of Legal
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
15% 21-25%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Legal
Private PracticeSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
3-5 years PQE 50 96 73
5-10 years PQE 70 144 107
10-15 years PQE 120 250 185
In-house Corporate (MNC) SALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
3-5 years PQE 60 96 78
5-10 years PQE 80 150 115
10-15 years PQE 120 280 200
Corporate Secretariat SALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
3-5 years PQE 42 72 57
5-10 years PQE 60 120 90
10-15 years PQE 102 240 171
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
www.michaelpage.com.myWorldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
Worldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
MalaysiaMarketing
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“Marketing will maintain steady demand across industries. In particular, sectors like FMCG are always looking for marketing candidates, due to the brand-driven aspect of the industry.”
FMCG
Start-up
Banking Services
Business Services
• Trade Marketing
• Brand Managers
• Marketing Directors
decrease in number of positions in the last 12 months
23% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
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2018 Marketing
Consumer Products and FMCG
Brand and Product DevelopmentSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Brand Executive / Product Executive 36 48 42
Assistant Brand Manager / Assistant Product Manager 60 72 66
Brand Manager / Product Manager 72 96 84
Senior Brand Manager / Senior Product Manager 120 144 132
Research, Product Development and Planning Manager 96 144 120
MarketingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Trade Marketing Executive 36 48 42
Trade Marketing Manager 84 120 102
Marketing Executive 36 48 42
Marketing Manager 144 216 180
Marketing Director 300 480 390
Public RelationsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Public Relations Executive 36 48 42
Public Relations Manager 72 108 90
Public Relations Director 180 400 290
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
Financial Services
Marketing, Public Relations and CommunicationsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Philanthropy / Corporate Social Responsibility 72 108 90
Marketing Communications Assistant / Executive 60 72 66
Marketing Communications Manager 96 144 120
Marketing Communications Director 180 30 105
Internal Communications Executive 36 48 42
Internal Communications Manager 120 180 150
Internal Communications Director 180 30 105
Public Relations / Corporate Communications Executive 36 48 42
Public Relations / Corporate Communications Manager 72 108 90
Public Relations / Corporate Communications Director 180 30 105
Event ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Event Coordinator 36 48 42
Event Planner 36 48 42
Events Manager 60 84 72
Head of Events 108 180 144
ResearchSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Market Research Executive 36 48 42
Market Research Manager 60 84 72
Market Research Director 216 300 258
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Marketing
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2018
MediaSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Media Relations Executive 36 48 42
Media Relations Manager 60 84 72
Media Relations Director 216 300 258
IT and Telecommunications
Marketing, Public Relations and CommunicationsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Assistant Marketing Communications Manager 60 72 66
Marketing Communications/Regional Communications/Public Relations Manager 72 108 90
Marketing Communications/Public Relations Director 180 400 290
Manufacturing and Industrial
MarketingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Marketing Specialist 36 48 42
Product Marketing Manager 96 120 108
Marketing Manager 96 180 138
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Marketing
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2018
Media and Enterainment
Event Management and MarketingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Assistant Marketing Manager 36 48 42
Circulation / Marketing Manager 84 120 102
Marketing Manager 84 120 102
Events Manager 60 84 72
Circulation / Marketing Director 216 300 258
Professional Services
Marketing, Public Relations and CommunicationsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Marketing Executive 36 48 42
Marketing Manager 84 120 102
Marketing Director 180 216 198
Research Manager 60 96 78
Public Relations / Media Communications Manager 72 108 90
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.hk/salary-guide
Marketing
www.michaelpage.com.myWorldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
Worldwide leaders in specialist recruitment
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
MalaysiaProperty & Construction
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“The property and construction industry will face challenges in 2018 due to lower demand in the housing market. We foresee improvement as the sentiment of consumers gets better, but government policy on GST
plays a big part in recovery.”
Property Development
Infrastructure
Main Contractor
Leasing and Retail
• Planning and development project managers
• Construction project managers
• Sales and marketing managers
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
18% 6-10%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Property & Construction
ConsultancySALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Property Officer 52 75 64
Property Manager 86 150 118
Project Engineer 56 86 71
Project Manager 90 132 111
Project Director 192 305 249
Leasing Officer 48 88 68
Leasing Manager 90 150 120
Design Manager 86 148 117
Facilities Officer 48 192 120
Facilities Manager 102 192 147
Facilities Director 185 305 245
Valuations Manager 50 100 75
Head of Valuations 130 190 160
Corporate Real EstateSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Building Services Engineer 40 65 53
Technical Services Manager 90 130 110
Facilities Officer 40 70 55
Facilities Manager 100 180 140
Project Manager 100 160 130
Construction Project Director 240 440 340
Head of Facilities 160 260 210
Head of Engineering 245 500 373
Head of Security 100 180 140
Regional Head of Facilities 190 500 345
Regional Head of Engineering 250 500 375
Regional Head of Security 140 220 180
Regional Head of Corporate Real Estate 250 490 370
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
ProjectsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Project Officer 45 70 58
Project Manager 110 160 135
Project Director 220 400 310
Interior Designer 100 190 145
Design Manager 90 150 120
Project Development Officer 50 85 68
Project Development Manager 95 160 128
Head of Development 200 330 265
Real Estate InvestmentsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Asset Management Manager 200 320 260
Portfolio Management Manager 160 320 240
Investment Management Manager 200 320 260
Head of Asset Management 200 380 290
Head of Portfolio Management 190 370 280
Head of Investment Management 230 450 340
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Property & Construction
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
MalaysiaSales (Consumer & Services)
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“In 2018, we’ll see high demand for sales candidates in both replacement and new roles, as companies expand. These companies are ready to offer top dollar to attract and retain the best candidates to fight
international competition.”
FMCG
Services
F&B
IT & E-commerce
• Key Account/Sales Managers
• Regional Sales Managers, SEA
• Head of Sales/Sales Directors
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
10% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Sales
Advertising and Public Relations AgencySALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Account Manager 42 54 48
Account Director 102 120 111
Group Account Director 114 144 129
Business Director 180 240 210
Managing Director / General Manager 264 336 300
Consumer Products and FMCG
Account ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Key Account Executive 36 60 48
Assistant Key Account Manager 60 80 70
Key Account Manager 84 180 132
SalesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Country Sales Manager 180 300 240
Business Manager 180 360 270
Sales Director 220 540 380
General Manager 300 720 510
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
Financial ServicesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Sales Executive 36 72 54
Sales Manager 72 156 114
Sales Director 180 240 210
IT & TelecommunicationsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Channel Account Manager / Account Manager 72 180 126
Sales Manager / Global Account Director 144 240 192
Division Manager / Sales and Marketing Manager / General Sales Manager 180 288 234
Vice President/Sales and Marketing / Sales and Marketing Director / Marketing Director 240 420 330
Managing Director / General Manager 360 700 530
Sales Director / Business Development Director 240 420 330
Manufacturing and IndustrialSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Sales Engineer / Senior Sales Engineer 42 78 60
Sales Manager / Business Development Manager 96 180 138
Regional Sales Manager 240 300 270
General Manager / Director 240 420 330
Professional ServicesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Business Development Executive 48 72 60
Business Development Manager 84 108 96
Business Development Director 180 240 210
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Sales
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2018
Media and EntertainmentSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Assistant Sales Manager 60 72 66
Sales / Business Development Manager 60 96 78
Advertising / Media Sales Manager 72 120 96
Sales / Business Development Director 180 216 198
Advertising / Media Sales Director 180 216 198
General Manager 240 276 258
PR AgenciesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Account Executive 24 60 42
Account Manager 48 84 66
Account Director 96 156 126
Director 144 180 162
Executive Director 240 276 258
Managing Director / General Manager 300 420 360
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Sales
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
MalaysiaSales (Industrial)
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“In 2018, we’ll see high demand for sales candidates in both replacement and new roles, as companies expand. These companies are ready to offer top dollar to attract and retain the best candidates to fight
international competition.”
Construction
Industrial Equipment
Chemicals
Automotive/Trucks
• National Sales Managers
• Regional Sales Managers, SEA
• General Managers
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
10% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Sales
Advertising and Public Relations AgencySALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Account Manager 42 54 48
Account Director 102 120 111
Group Account Director 114 144 129
Business Director 180 240 210
Managing Director / General Manager 264 336 300
Consumer Products and FMCG
Account ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Key Account Executive 36 60 48
Assistant Key Account Manager 60 80 70
Key Account Manager 84 180 132
SalesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Country Sales Manager 180 300 240
Business Manager 180 360 270
Sales Director 220 540 380
General Manager 300 720 510
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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SALARYBENCHMARK
2018
Financial ServicesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Sales Executive 36 72 54
Sales Manager 72 156 114
Sales Director 180 240 210
IT & TelecommunicationsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Channel Account Manager / Account Manager 72 180 126
Sales Manager / Global Account Director 144 240 192
Division Manager / Sales and Marketing Manager / General Sales Manager 180 288 234
Vice President/Sales and Marketing / Sales and Marketing Director / Marketing Director 240 420 330
Managing Director / General Manager 360 700 530
Sales Director / Business Development Director 240 420 330
Manufacturing and IndustrialSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Sales Engineer / Senior Sales Engineer 42 78 60
Sales Manager / Business Development Manager 96 180 138
Regional Sales Manager 240 300 270
General Manager / Director 240 420 330
Professional ServicesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Business Development Executive 48 72 60
Business Development Manager 84 108 96
Business Development Director 180 240 210
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Sales
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2018
Media and EntertainmentSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Assistant Sales Manager 60 72 66
Sales / Business Development Manager 60 96 78
Advertising / Media Sales Manager 72 120 96
Sales / Business Development Director 180 216 198
Advertising / Media Sales Director 180 216 198
General Manager 240 276 258
PR AgenciesSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Account Executive 24 60 42
Account Manager 48 84 66
Account Director 96 156 126
Director 144 180 162
Executive Director 240 276 258
Managing Director / General Manager 300 420 360
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Sales
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
MalaysiaShared Services
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“In 2018, we’ll see an increase in demand for finance shared service professionals across a variety of functions. We’ll also see Shared Services Centres bringing in more functions and more complex work,
creating demand for finance talent.”
Manufacturing
FMCG/Consumer
Pharmaceutical
Services
• P2P/O2C/R2R
• Project Migration
• SSC Directors/Heads
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
26% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Shared Services
PTPSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
PTP Executive/Analyst/Senior Executive 36 78 57
PTP Team Lead 78 120 99
PTP Manager 120 240 180
OTCSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
OTC Executive/Analyst/Senior Executive 36 78 57
OTC Team Lead 78 120 99
OTC Manager 120 240 180
RTRSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
RTR Executive/Analyst/Senior Executive 38 84 61
RTR Team Lead 84 132 108
RTR Manager 132 240 186
Sales Support and BillingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Sales Support/Billing Executive/Analyst/Senior Executive 36 72 54
Sales Support/Billing Team Lead 78 100 89
Sales Support/Billing Manager 110 144 127
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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OthersSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
General Account & Reporting 60 96 78
Business Reporting Analyst/Data Analyst 60 180 120
General ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
SSC Director / General Manager , SSC / Managing Director, SSC 420 840 630
PMO/Continuous Improvement/Transition/MigrationSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
PMO Manager 180 300 240
Continuous Improvement Manager 156 240 198
Transition / Migration Manager 144 216 180
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Shared Services
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
Malaysia Technology
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“In 2018, demand for cybersecurity, mobile developers and software engineers will skyrocket. With the Digital Free Trade Zone, and as MNCs move regional IT support hubs to Malaysia, we’ll see high demand
across functions.”
eCommerce
Fintech
Software/IT
Financial Services
• Software Engineers/Mobile Developers
• SAP and project management
• Cybersecurity
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
30% 26-30%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Technology
Development, Design and ArchitectureSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Analyst Programmer 72 84 78
Lead Analyst Programmer 108 132 120
Enterprise Architect 144 180 162
Application Development Manager 192 264 228
TestingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Test Analyst 60 72 66
Team Lead 96 120 108
Test Manager 120 144 132
Database ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Database Administrator 42 84 63
Senior Database Administrator / Data Analyst 60 180 120
Data Warehousing/Modelling Specialist 96 120 108
Data Architect 96 120 108
Infrastructure and NetworkSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Network Support 42 72 57
Security Analyst/Consultant 120 144 132
Network Engineer 60 120 90
Network Architect 60 120 90
Security Manager 180 240 210
Infrastructure Manager 180 240 210
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
Project and General ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Project Co-ordinator 84 120 102
Project Manager 96 180 138
Project Director 180 264 222
Business Analyst 72 108 90
Senior Business Analyst 108 168 138
Support and AdministrationSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
1st Level Helpdesk Analyst 36 84 60
2nd Level Desktop Support Analyst 48 84 66
3rd Level Support Analyst 72 120 96
Helpdesk Manager 96 144 120
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Technology
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2018
Commerce
Development, Design and ArchitectureSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
1st Level Helpdesk Analyst 36 84 60
2nd Level Desktop Support Analyst 48 84 66
3rd Level Support Analyst 72 120 96
Helpdesk Manager 96 144 120
TestingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Test Analyst 60 84 72
Team Lead – Testing 96 120 108
Test Manager 120 144 132
Database ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Database Administrator 42 84 63
Senior Database Administrator/Data Analyst 60 180 120
Data Warehousing/Modelling Specialist 96 120 108
Data Architect 96 120 108
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
Infrastructure and NetworkSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Network Support – 1st/2nd Level 42 72 57
Security Analyst/Consultant 120 144 132
Network Engineer 60 120 90
Network Architect 60 120 90
Security Manager 180 240 210
Infrastructure Manager 180 240 210
Project and General ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Project Co-ordinator 60 120 90
Project Manager 120 280 200
Project Director 18 360 189
Business Analyst 72 120 96
Senior Business Analyst 108 200 154
IT Director 240 480 360
Chief Information Officer 240 480 360
Support and AdministrationSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
1st Level Helpdesk Analyst 36 84 60
2nd Level Desktop Support Analyst 48 84 66
3rd Level Support Analyst 72 120 96
Helpdesk Manager 96 144 120
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Technology
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
Malaysia Technology
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“In 2018, demand for cybersecurity, mobile developers and software engineers will skyrocket. With the Digital Free Trade Zone, and as MNCs move regional IT support hubs to Malaysia, we’ll see high demand
across functions.”
eCommerce
Fintech
Software/IT
Financial Services
• Software Engineers/Mobile Developers
• SAP and project management
• Cybersecurity
increase in number of positions in the last 12 months
30% 26-30%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Technology
Development, Design and ArchitectureSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Analyst Programmer 72 84 78
Lead Analyst Programmer 108 132 120
Enterprise Architect 144 180 162
Application Development Manager 192 264 228
TestingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Test Analyst 60 72 66
Team Lead 96 120 108
Test Manager 120 144 132
Database ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Database Administrator 42 84 63
Senior Database Administrator / Data Analyst 60 180 120
Data Warehousing/Modelling Specialist 96 120 108
Data Architect 96 120 108
Infrastructure and NetworkSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Network Support 42 72 57
Security Analyst/Consultant 120 144 132
Network Engineer 60 120 90
Network Architect 60 120 90
Security Manager 180 240 210
Infrastructure Manager 180 240 210
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
Project and General ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Project Co-ordinator 84 120 102
Project Manager 96 180 138
Project Director 180 264 222
Business Analyst 72 108 90
Senior Business Analyst 108 168 138
Support and AdministrationSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
1st Level Helpdesk Analyst 36 84 60
2nd Level Desktop Support Analyst 48 84 66
3rd Level Support Analyst 72 120 96
Helpdesk Manager 96 144 120
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Technology
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2018
Commerce
Development, Design and ArchitectureSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
1st Level Helpdesk Analyst 36 84 60
2nd Level Desktop Support Analyst 48 84 66
3rd Level Support Analyst 72 120 96
Helpdesk Manager 96 144 120
TestingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Test Analyst 60 84 72
Team Lead – Testing 96 120 108
Test Manager 120 144 132
Database ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Database Administrator 42 84 63
Senior Database Administrator/Data Analyst 60 180 120
Data Warehousing/Modelling Specialist 96 120 108
Data Architect 96 120 108
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Technology
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2018
Infrastructure and NetworkSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Network Support – 1st/2nd Level 42 72 57
Security Analyst/Consultant 120 144 132
Network Engineer 60 120 90
Network Architect 60 120 90
Security Manager 180 240 210
Infrastructure Manager 180 240 210
Project and General ManagementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Project Co-ordinator 60 120 90
Project Manager 120 280 200
Project Director 18 360 189
Business Analyst 72 120 96
Senior Business Analyst 108 200 154
IT Director 240 480 360
Chief Information Officer 240 480 360
Support and AdministrationSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
1st Level Helpdesk Analyst 36 84 60
2nd Level Desktop Support Analyst 48 84 66
3rd Level Support Analyst 72 120 96
Helpdesk Manager 96 144 120
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
Technology
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Roles in demand Top industries
*These employment trends are based on Michael Page’s database in the last 12 months.
$average salary increase when moving jobs
By the numbers*
Employment trends*
average number of candidates employers interview before
making a job offer
average time employers take to secure talent
of interviews typically undergone by candidate with a company
before securing a position
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2018
MalaysiaProcurement & Supply Chain
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“In 2018, companies will continue to place more value on procurement and supply chain processionals. With new companies setting up procurement and supply chain hubs in Malaysia,
we will see an increase in demand for these roles.”
Industrial
FMCG
Shared Services
Services 3PL
• Supply Chain Managers
• Demand and Supply Planning Managers
• Procurement Managers
decrease in number of positions in the last 12 months
12% 16-20%
3 professionals 10 weeks 3 rounds
Salary Tables
SALARYBENCHMARK
2018 Procurement & Supply Chain
WarehousingSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Warehouse Supervisor 35 60 48
Assistant Warehouse Manager 65 84 75
Warehouse Manager 120 160 140
Warehouse Operations and Logistics Manager 140 180 160
Regional Warehouse Operations and Logistics Manager 180 360 270
LogisticsSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Logistics Supervisor 35 60 48
Assistant Logistics Manager 60 84 72
Logistics Manager 120 160 140
Senior Logistics Manager 140 180 160
Director / Vice President-Operations and Logistics 250 400 325
Manufacturing and ProductionSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Material Planning and Control Supervisor 35 60 48
Material Planning and Control Manager 120 180 150
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.my/salary-guide
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2018
ProcurementSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Procurement Officer 36 60 48
Senior Procurement Officer 36 54 45
Assistant Procurement Manager 60 120 90
Procurement Manager 120 180 150
Senior Procurement Manager / Regional Manager 180 250 215
Director 240 350 295
Regional Head 300 480 390
Global Head 400 480 440
Supply ChainSALARY RANGE (MYR IN ‘000)
ROLE MIN MAX AVERAGE
Planner / Analyst 35 60 48
Senior Planner / Senior Analyst 35 70 53
Assistant Supply Chain / Planning Manager 80 100 90
Supply Chain Manager 120 160 140
Regional Supply Chain Manager (APAC) 180 250 215
Supply Chain Director 300 420 360
Head of Supply Chain 300 420 360
Global Head 400 480 440
Please note: 1. Market rates are becoming much less homogeneous; while we have taken great care, these salary ranges can only be approximate guides. Since there are often specific circumstances relating to individual companies, please call us for additional information. 2. These figures are generally the total remuneration (i.e. cash), excluding bonus / incentive schemes. 3. Variable and incentive schemes are becoming more common through the different levels of management and are not included in these figures. Refer to our online version at https://www.michaelpage.com.hk/salary-guide
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