2026/27 office support salary report.

Australia’s office support employment market remains steady, with organisations focused on maintaining operational continuity and securing professionals who can support increasingly complex business environments. While candidate availability has improved, administration and office support remains one of the few employment sectors recording sustained growth in job advertising.

Demand is particularly strong for experienced Executive Assistants, Project Support Officers, Program Coordinators and Office Managers. Government, defence, healthcare and professional services organisations are actively seeking adaptable professionals who can manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple stakeholders and operate within demanding compliance frameworks.

AI and automation are also reshaping office support functions. Transaction-heavy activities such as data entry, transcription and record keeping face the greatest exposure to automation. However, AI is more likely to enhance than replace tasks involving communication, coordination and scheduling, increasing the value of professionals who combine digital capability with sound judgement and strong interpersonal skills.