Other administrative occupations n.e.c. Salary
Median salary £23,385 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £23,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For other administrative occupations n.e.c., £28,294 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -28% versus the national average. Experienced other administrative occupations n.e.c. (top 25%) earn over £29,774.
About this role
Other administrative occupations not elsewhere classified include specialist administrative roles in legal, medical, education and other sectors requiring domain-specific administrative knowledge and processes.
Key responsibilities
- Providing specialist administrative support
- Processing domain-specific documentation and records
- Managing correspondence and information systems
- Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
- Ensuring compliance with sector-specific requirements
Qualifications and entry routes
Varies by sector. Legal secretaries may hold ILSPA qualifications. Medical secretaries may hold AMSPAR qualifications. General administrative qualifications and IT skills are standard requirements.
Career outlook
Demand varies by sector. Legal and medical administrative roles remain in demand due to sector-specific requirements that resist full automation.
Key skills
Common industries
- Legal firms
- Healthcare
- Education
- Government
- Professional services
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£8,840
0-2 years
Mid Level
£13,356
3-7 years
Senior
£29,774
8-15 years
Leadership
£37,975
15+ years
Potential career growth: ▲ +330% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 19.7%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£4,909
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).