Highest Paying Jobs in Malaysia 2026

195 jobs ranked by pay · Klang Valley market · Updated 2026

These are the highest paying jobs in Malaysia for 2026, ranked by senior-level median monthly salary. The best-paid role here is Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at around RM 35,000/month, followed by IT Director / CTO, Specialist Doctor, Social Media Influencer and HR Director / CHRO. Use the filters below to see the top earners in each industry.

Industry:
All Technology Finance & Accounting Healthcare Sales & Marketing Human Resources Engineering Legal & Compliance Education Operations & Logistics Property & Real Estate Oil & Gas Manufacturing Hospitality & Tourism Creative & Media
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# Job Title Industry Bar Top Median / Month Range
1 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Finance & Accounting RM 35,000 RM 20,000 – RM 50,000
2 IT Director / CTO Technology RM 28,000 RM 18,000 – RM 40,000
3 Specialist Doctor Healthcare RM 28,000 RM 10,000 – RM 40,000
4 Social Media Influencer Creative & Media RM 25,000 RM 2,000 – RM 50,000
5 HR Director / CHRO Human Resources RM 24,000 RM 15,000 – RM 35,000
6 Fund Manager Finance & Accounting RM 22,000 RM 8,000 – RM 30,000
7 Subsea Engineer Oil & Gas RM 22,000 RM 5,000 – RM 28,000
8 Corporate Lawyer Legal & Compliance RM 22,000 RM 4,000 – RM 30,000
9 Software Architect Technology RM 21,000 RM 9,000 – RM 28,000
10 Actuary Finance & Accounting RM 21,000 RM 5,000 – RM 28,000
11 IP / Patent Lawyer Legal & Compliance RM 21,000 RM 4,000 – RM 28,000
12 AI Engineer Technology RM 20,000 RM 5,000 – RM 25,000
13 Reservoir Engineer Oil & Gas RM 20,000 RM 5,000 – RM 25,000
14 Drilling Engineer Oil & Gas RM 20,000 RM 5,000 – RM 25,000
15 Litigation Lawyer Legal & Compliance RM 20,000 RM 3,500 – RM 28,000
16 Machine Learning Engineer Technology RM 18,000 RM 4,500 – RM 22,000
17 Lawyer / Legal Counsel Legal & Compliance RM 18,000 RM 3,500 – RM 25,000
18 Solution Architect Technology RM 18,000 RM 8,000 – RM 25,000
19 Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Technology RM 18,000 RM 8,000 – RM 22,000
20 Corporate Banker Finance & Accounting RM 18,000 RM 4,000 – RM 25,000
21 Dental Surgeon / Specialist Healthcare RM 18,000 RM 8,000 – RM 25,000
22 Process Engineer (O&G) Oil & Gas RM 18,000 RM 4,500 – RM 22,000
23 Plant Manager Manufacturing RM 18,000 RM 8,000 – RM 25,000
24 Petroleum Engineer Engineering RM 17,000 RM 4,000 – RM 22,000
25 Geologist / Geophysicist Oil & Gas RM 17,000 RM 4,000 – RM 22,000
26 HSE Manager (O&G) Oil & Gas RM 17,000 RM 7,000 – RM 22,000
27 Instrument & Control Engineer Oil & Gas RM 17,000 RM 4,000 – RM 22,000
28 Real Estate Consultant Property & Real Estate RM 17,000 RM 2,500 – RM 25,000
29 DevOps Engineer Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
30 Cybersecurity Analyst Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
31 Data Scientist Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
32 Data Engineer Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
33 Cloud Engineer Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
34 SAP Consultant Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
35 Blockchain Developer Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
36 Penetration Tester Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
37 Salesforce Developer Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
38 ERP Consultant Technology RM 16,000 RM 4,000 – RM 20,000
39 Creative Director Creative & Media RM 15,000 RM 6,000 – RM 20,000
40 Full Stack Developer Technology RM 14,500 RM 3,500 – RM 18,000
41 Financial Controller Finance & Accounting RM 14,500 RM 7,000 – RM 18,000
42 Software Engineer Technology RM 14,000 RM 3,500 – RM 18,000
43 Product Manager Technology RM 14,000 RM 6,000 – RM 18,000
44 Finance Manager Finance & Accounting RM 14,000 RM 6,000 – RM 18,000
45 Backend Developer Technology RM 14,000 RM 3,500 – RM 18,000
46 IT Manager Technology RM 14,000 RM 6,000 – RM 18,000
47 Investment Analyst Finance & Accounting RM 14,000 RM 3,500 – RM 18,000
48 Property Agent (REN) Property & Real Estate RM 14,000 RM 2,000 – RM 20,000
49 Forex / FX Analyst Finance & Accounting RM 14,000 RM 3,500 – RM 18,000
50 Mobile Developer Technology RM 13,500 RM 3,500 – RM 17,000
51 Android Engineer Technology RM 13,500 RM 3,500 – RM 17,000
52 iOS Developer Technology RM 13,500 RM 3,500 – RM 17,000
53 Project Manager Engineering RM 13,000 RM 5,500 – RM 16,000
54 Dentist Healthcare RM 13,000 RM 4,000 – RM 16,000
55 Automation Engineer Engineering RM 13,000 RM 3,500 – RM 16,000
56 University Lecturer Education RM 13,000 RM 4,000 – RM 16,000
57 Compensation & Benefits Manager Human Resources RM 13,000 RM 6,000 – RM 16,000
58 Organisation Development Manager Human Resources RM 13,000 RM 6,000 – RM 16,000
59 Hotel Manager Hospitality & Tourism RM 13,000 RM 5,000 – RM 18,000
60 Radio / TV Presenter Creative & Media RM 13,000 RM 2,500 – RM 20,000
61 Supply Chain Manager Operations & Logistics RM 12,500 RM 5,500 – RM 16,000
62 Game Developer Technology RM 12,500 RM 3,000 – RM 16,000
63 Hospital Administrator Healthcare RM 12,500 RM 3,000 – RM 16,000
64 Category Manager Sales & Marketing RM 12,500 RM 5,000 – RM 16,000
65 Production Manager Manufacturing RM 12,500 RM 5,000 – RM 16,000
66 Art Director Creative & Media RM 12,500 RM 5,000 – RM 16,000
67 Property Developer Executive Property & Real Estate RM 12,500 RM 3,000 – RM 16,000
68 Data Analyst Technology RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
69 Tax Consultant Finance & Accounting RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
70 HR Manager Human Resources RM 12,000 RM 5,500 – RM 15,000
71 Frontend Developer Technology RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
72 Scrum Master Technology RM 12,000 RM 5,500 – RM 15,000
73 Risk Analyst Finance & Accounting RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
74 Relationship Manager (Banking) Finance & Accounting RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
75 Business Development Manager Sales & Marketing RM 12,000 RM 5,500 – RM 15,000
76 HR Business Partner Human Resources RM 12,000 RM 5,500 – RM 15,000
77 Chemical Engineer Engineering RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
78 Operations Manager Operations & Logistics RM 12,000 RM 5,500 – RM 15,000
79 Personal Trainer Education RM 12,000 RM 2,000 – RM 18,000
80 IT Auditor Technology RM 12,000 RM 3,500 – RM 15,000
81 Treasury Analyst Finance & Accounting RM 12,000 RM 3,500 – RM 15,000
82 Veterinarian Healthcare RM 12,000 RM 3,500 – RM 15,000
83 Employee Relations Manager Human Resources RM 12,000 RM 5,500 – RM 15,000
84 R&D Engineer Engineering RM 12,000 RM 3,500 – RM 15,000
85 Industrial Engineer Manufacturing RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
86 Lean / Process Improvement Engineer Manufacturing RM 12,000 RM 3,000 – RM 15,000
87 Revenue Manager (Hotel) Hospitality & Tourism RM 12,000 RM 5,000 – RM 15,000
88 Distribution Manager Operations & Logistics RM 12,000 RM 5,000 – RM 15,000
89 Civil Engineer Engineering RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
90 Mechanical Engineer Engineering RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
91 Business Analyst Technology RM 11,500 RM 3,500 – RM 14,000
92 Database Administrator Technology RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
93 Financial Planner Finance & Accounting RM 11,500 RM 2,500 – RM 15,000
94 Brand Manager Sales & Marketing RM 11,500 RM 5,000 – RM 14,000
95 Electrical Engineer Engineering RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
96 Management Accountant Finance & Accounting RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
97 Performance Marketing Manager Sales & Marketing RM 11,500 RM 5,000 – RM 14,000
98 Environmental Engineer Engineering RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
99 Structural Engineer Engineering RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
100 Maintenance Engineer Engineering RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
101 Manufacturing Engineer Engineering RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
102 Tooling Engineer Manufacturing RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
103 Customer Success Manager Operations & Logistics RM 11,500 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
104 UX Designer Technology RM 11,000 RM 2,800 – RM 14,000
105 Financial Analyst Finance & Accounting RM 11,000 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
106 Pharmacist Healthcare RM 11,000 RM 3,500 – RM 13,000
107 Digital Marketing Manager Sales & Marketing RM 11,000 RM 5,000 – RM 14,000
108 Credit Analyst Finance & Accounting RM 11,000 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
109 Compliance Officer Finance & Accounting RM 11,000 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
110 Medical Sales Representative Healthcare RM 11,000 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
111 E-Commerce Manager Sales & Marketing RM 11,000 RM 4,500 – RM 14,000
112 Architect Engineering RM 11,000 RM 2,800 – RM 14,000
113 Web Developer Technology RM 11,000 RM 2,500 – RM 14,000
114 Insurance Underwriter Finance & Accounting RM 11,000 RM 3,000 – RM 14,000
115 Public Relations Manager Sales & Marketing RM 11,000 RM 2,800 – RM 14,000
116 Buyer / Merchandiser Sales & Marketing RM 11,000 RM 2,800 – RM 14,000
117 Corporate Trainer Human Resources RM 11,000 RM 2,800 – RM 14,000
118 HSSE / Safety Officer Engineering RM 11,000 RM 2,800 – RM 14,000
119 F&B Manager Hospitality & Tourism RM 11,000 RM 4,500 – RM 14,000
120 Tourism Manager Hospitality & Tourism RM 11,000 RM 4,500 – RM 14,000
121 Game Designer Creative & Media RM 11,000 RM 2,800 – RM 14,000
122 Auditor Finance & Accounting RM 10,500 RM 2,800 – RM 13,000
123 Network Engineer Technology RM 10,500 RM 3,000 – RM 13,000
124 QA Engineer Technology RM 10,500 RM 2,800 – RM 13,000
125 Clinical Research Associate Healthcare RM 10,500 RM 3,000 – RM 13,000
126 Account Manager Sales & Marketing RM 10,500 RM 3,000 – RM 13,000
127 Quantity Surveyor Engineering RM 10,500 RM 2,800 – RM 13,000
128 Company Secretary Legal & Compliance RM 10,500 RM 3,000 – RM 13,000
129 Internal Auditor Finance & Accounting RM 10,500 RM 2,800 – RM 13,000
130 Fleet Manager Operations & Logistics RM 10,500 RM 4,500 – RM 13,000
131 Tuition Teacher Education RM 10,000 RM 2,000 – RM 15,000
132 Yoga Instructor Education RM 10,000 RM 2,000 – RM 15,000
133 Store Manager Sales & Marketing RM 10,000 RM 2,500 – RM 13,000
134 Head Chef / Executive Chef Hospitality & Tourism RM 10,000 RM 4,000 – RM 14,000
135 Editor / Sub-Editor Creative & Media RM 10,000 RM 2,500 – RM 13,000
136 Photographer Creative & Media RM 10,000 RM 2,000 – RM 15,000
137 Animator / Motion Designer Creative & Media RM 10,000 RM 2,200 – RM 13,000
138 Accountant Finance & Accounting RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
139 Marketing Executive Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
140 Sales Executive Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
141 System Administrator Technology RM 9,500 RM 2,800 – RM 12,000
142 Social Media Manager Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
143 Interior Designer Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
144 Site Engineer Engineering RM 9,500 RM 2,800 – RM 12,000
145 Quality Engineer Engineering RM 9,500 RM 2,800 – RM 12,000
146 Education Consultant Education RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
147 Procurement Executive Operations & Logistics RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
148 Warehouse Manager Operations & Logistics RM 9,500 RM 4,000 – RM 12,000
149 Property Manager Property & Real Estate RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
150 Property Valuer Property & Real Estate RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
151 Technical Writer Technology RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
152 Bank Officer Finance & Accounting RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
153 Optometrist Healthcare RM 9,500 RM 3,000 – RM 12,000
154 SEO Specialist Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
155 Events Manager Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
156 CRM Executive Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
157 Retail Manager Sales & Marketing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
158 Production Supervisor Manufacturing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
159 EHS Officer Manufacturing RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
160 Event Planner Hospitality & Tourism RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
161 Airline Cabin Crew Hospitality & Tourism RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
162 Import / Export Executive Operations & Logistics RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
163 Strata / Facilities Manager Property & Real Estate RM 9,500 RM 2,500 – RM 12,000
164 Talent Acquisition Specialist Human Resources RM 9,000 RM 2,500 – RM 11,000
165 Front Office Manager Hospitality & Tourism RM 9,000 RM 2,500 – RM 11,000
166 Journalist / Reporter Creative & Media RM 9,000 RM 2,000 – RM 12,000
167 Videographer / Video Editor Creative & Media RM 9,000 RM 2,000 – RM 12,000
168 HR Executive Human Resources RM 8,200 RM 2,500 – RM 10,000
169 Legal Executive Legal & Compliance RM 8,200 RM 2,500 – RM 10,000
170 Logistics Executive Operations & Logistics RM 8,200 RM 2,500 – RM 10,000
171 Physiotherapist Healthcare RM 8,000 RM 2,500 – RM 10,000
172 Graphic Designer Technology RM 8,000 RM 2,200 – RM 10,000
173 Content Writer Sales & Marketing RM 8,000 RM 2,000 – RM 10,000
174 Piano Teacher Education RM 8,000 RM 1,500 – RM 12,000
175 Music Teacher Education RM 8,000 RM 2,000 – RM 10,000
176 Dietitian / Nutritionist Healthcare RM 8,000 RM 2,500 – RM 10,000
177 Quality Control Inspector Manufacturing RM 8,000 RM 2,000 – RM 10,000
178 Language Teacher (English/Mandarin) Education RM 8,000 RM 2,000 – RM 10,000
179 Medical Officer Healthcare RM 7,200 RM 2,500 – RM 9,000
180 Radiographer Healthcare RM 7,200 RM 2,500 – RM 9,000
181 Occupational Therapist Healthcare RM 7,200 RM 2,500 – RM 9,000
182 Paralegal Legal & Compliance RM 7,200 RM 2,000 – RM 9,000
183 Speech Therapist Healthcare RM 7,200 RM 2,500 – RM 9,000
184 Chef / Cook Hospitality & Tourism RM 7,200 RM 1,800 – RM 9,000
185 Special Education Teacher Education RM 7,200 RM 2,500 – RM 9,000
186 IT Support / Helpdesk Technology RM 7,000 RM 2,000 – RM 9,000
187 Payroll Executive Human Resources RM 7,000 RM 2,500 – RM 8,500
188 Tour Guide Hospitality & Tourism RM 7,000 RM 1,500 – RM 9,000
189 Nurse Healthcare RM 6,500 RM 2,200 – RM 8,000
190 Medical Lab Technician Healthcare RM 6,500 RM 2,200 – RM 8,000
191 School Teacher Education RM 6,500 RM 2,500 – RM 8,000
192 Customer Service Executive Operations & Logistics RM 6,500 RM 2,000 – RM 8,000
193 Paramedic / EMT Healthcare RM 6,500 RM 2,000 – RM 8,000
194 Accounts Executive Finance & Accounting RM 6,200 RM 2,000 – RM 7,500
195 Kindergarten Teacher Education RM 5,800 RM 1,800 – RM 7,000

Ranked by senior-level median salary for Klang Valley market. Range shows entry to maximum pay across all experience levels. Data sourced from Michael Page, Hays & Randstad Malaysia 2026.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Malaysia — FAQ

What is the highest paying job in Malaysia?

By senior-level median pay, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) ranks among the highest paying jobs in Malaysia at around RM 35,000 per month, followed by IT Director / CTO and Specialist Doctor. Pay at the very top can exceed RM 50,000/month.

Which industries pay the most in Malaysia?

Oil & gas, technology, finance, and senior management roles consistently top the salary rankings — particularly in the Klang Valley and Penang. Use the industry filter above to see the highest earners in each field.

How do these rankings compare to the national average?

Malaysia's median individual wage is around RM2,800/month. The roles listed here sit well above that, reflecting specialised skills, professional qualifications, and years of experience. Try the salary calculator to see your take-home pay at any of these levels.