Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. vs Receptionists Salary (2025)

How do Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. and Receptionists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. earns £36,829 more per year (190% higher)
vs

Receptionists

£19,348
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricBusiness, research and administrative professionals n.e.c.ReceptionistsDifference
Median Annual£56,177£19,348+£36,829
Mean Annual£55,655£19,635+£36,020
Monthly£4,681£1,612+£3,069
Weekly£1,080£372+£708
Hourly£27.01£9.30+£17.71

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileBusiness, research and administrative professionals n.e.c.Receptionists
10th (Entry)£30,473£8,792
25th£40,340£13,123
50th (Median)£56,177£19,348
75th£67,495£25,704
90th (Senior)£0£30,411
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. or a Receptionists?
A Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. is £56,177, whilst a Receptionists earns £19,348 — a difference of £36,829 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. and a Receptionists?
The difference is £36,829 per year. Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. or a Receptionists?
From a salary perspective, Business, research and administrative professionals n.e.c. offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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