In a dynamic economy like South Africa’s, certain professions do not only offer financial rewards but uncover insights into the country’s economic landscape. As industries evolve and the need for specialised skills intensifies, certain careers emerge as beacons of financial success. These high-paying jobs reflect the demand for specialised skills and expertise in today’s competitive market.
According to a business-focused publication, Businesstech, some jobs still offer big paydays despite the tough salary environment in the country – with salaries ranging from R24 000 to R213 00 per month.
Here are the Top 10 current high-paying jobs in South Africa according to Salary Explorer, a salary comparison site.
Surgeons/Doctors
Surgeons/Doctors have the highest paying job due to the critical nature of their job with a salary that ranges from R72,500 to R213,000pm according to the salary comparison site.
Judges
Judges have a salary that ranges from R42,800 to R148,000pm due to their responsibilities.
Lawyers
Lawyers have a salary that ranges from R41,000 to R131,000pm because they have a high value in their client’s eyes according to the comparison site.
Bank Managers
Bank Managers have a salary that ranges from R36,900 to R108,000pm due to all the risks associated with managing a bank.
Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)
CEOs have a salary ranging from R34,200 to R109,000pm and are solely responsible for the success or failure of an organisation.
Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)
CFOs have a salary ranging from R33,900 to R108,000pm. According to the salary comparison site, any job that involves the management of money qualifies for high pay.
Orthodontists
Ordontontistry is a lucrative career and earnings are between R30,900 and R107,000pm.
University professors
According to the above-mentioned salary comparison site, University professors earn between R28,600 and R99,000pm.
Pilots
Pilots are responsible for the safety of many lives and earn between R29,100 to R85,700 pm.
Marketing directors
Marketing Directors are responsible for driving company revenue growth and have a salary ranging from R24,200 to R77,200pm.
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