Salary Guide 2026 · by industry
Professional Services & Education salaries in Vietnam (2026)
In 2026, professionals in Professional Services & Education in Vietnam with under 5 years of experience typically earn VND 12.5–22 million (about US$490–860) a month gross, and those with 5 years and above earn VND 62–95 million (about US$2,410–3,690).
Monthly gross base salary. Select a position for its range in other industries.
| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin – Entry level | Administration | 6–16 million ₫ | |
| Admin – Experienced | Administration | 15–32 million ₫ | |
| Customer Service – Entry level | Customer Service | 7–13 million ₫ | |
| Customer Service – Experienced | Customer Service | 13–33 million ₫ | |
| Expatriate Teacher | Education & Teaching | 59.1–82.3 million ₫ | |
| Library – Entry level | Education & Teaching | 8–13 million ₫ | |
| Library – Experienced | Education & Teaching | 11–23 million ₫ | |
| Local Teacher | Education & Teaching | 20.6–28.3 million ₫ | |
| R&D – Entry level | Engineering & R&D | 8–14 million ₫ | |
| R&D – Experienced | Engineering & R&D | 15–30 million ₫ | |
| Finance & Accounting – Entry level | Finance & Accounting | 8–17 million ₫ | |
| Finance & Accounting – Experienced | Finance & Accounting | 13–36 million ₫ | |
| Admission – Entry level | Human Resources | 7–16 million ₫ | |
| Admission – Experienced | Human Resources | 15–43 million ₫ | |
| Information Technology – Entry level | IT & Software | 9–18 million ₫ | |
| Information Technology – Experienced | IT & Software | 18–32 million ₫ | |
| Associate | Legal & Compliance | 38.6–59.1 million ₫ | |
| Paralegal | Legal & Compliance | 12.9–20.6 million ₫ | |
| Market Research – Entry level | Marketing & Communications | 8–14 million ₫ | |
| Market Research – Experienced | Marketing & Communications | 12–21 million ₫ | |
| Marketing – Entry level | Marketing & Communications | 9–18 million ₫ | |
| Marketing – Experienced | Marketing & Communications | 13–35 million ₫ | |
| Operations – Entry level | Operations & Production | 7–14 million ₫ | |
| Admissions Officer | Sales & Business Development | 20.6–25.7 million ₫ | |
| Purchasing – Entry level | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 7–14 million ₫ | |
| Purchasing – Experienced | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 15–30 million ₫ |
| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin – Team Leader | Administration | 28–37 million ₫ | |
| Manager | Consulting & Advisory | 79.7–118.3 million ₫ | |
| Senior Associate | Consulting & Advisory | 87.4–132.4 million ₫ | |
| Customer Service – Manager | Customer Service | 32–63 million ₫ | |
| Deputy Principal | Education & Teaching | 97.7–118.3 million ₫ | |
| Expatriate Teacher | Education & Teaching | 82.3–97.7 million ₫ | |
| Head of Academic | Education & Teaching | 97.7–118.3 million ₫ | |
| Local Teacher | Education & Teaching | 28.3–48.9 million ₫ | |
| Principal | Education & Teaching | 136.3–195.4 million ₫ | |
| R&D – Manager | Engineering & R&D | 37–72 million ₫ | |
| Country Manager/Chief Representative Office | Executive Leadership | 112.5–170 million ₫ | |
| General Manager/Managing Director | Executive Leadership | 165–310 million ₫ | |
| Marketing Director/CMO | Executive Leadership | 100–150 million ₫ | |
| Finance & Accounting – Manager | Finance & Accounting | 59–92 million ₫ | |
| Director of Rooms (Hospitality) | Hospitality Operations | 65–90 million ₫ | |
| Admission – Team Leader | Human Resources | 24–50 million ₫ | |
| Human Resources – Manager | Human Resources | 34–97 million ₫ | |
| Information Technology – Manager | IT & Software | 42–79 million ₫ | |
| Counsel | Legal & Compliance | 275.2–344.6 million ₫ | |
| Digital Marketing Manager | Marketing & Communications | 50–90 million ₫ | |
| Event Manager | Marketing & Communications | 42.5–65 million ₫ | |
| Marketing Manager | Marketing & Communications | 49.5–93 million ₫ | |
| Head of Operations | Operations & Production | 97.7–118.3 million ₫ | |
| Operations Leader | Operations & Production | 30–40 million ₫ | |
| Operations Manager | Operations & Production | 48.2–74.2 million ₫ | |
| Head of School (Expatriate) | Other | 216–411.5 million ₫ | |
| Admissions Officer | Sales & Business Development | 25.7–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Area Director | Sales & Business Development | 97.5–130 million ₫ | |
| Sales Director | Sales & Business Development | 95–145 million ₫ | |
| Purchasing – Manager | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 37–72 million ₫ |
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical salary in Professional Services & Education in Vietnam in 2026?
Across the positions listed, the median range is VND 12.5–22 million (about US$490–860) a month for professionals with under 5 years of experience and VND 62–95 million (about US$2,410–3,690) for those with 5 years and above. Figures are gross base salary.
Which Professional Services & Education roles pay the most in Vietnam?
For 5 years of experience and above, the highest ranges are: Head of School (Expatriate) (VND 216–411.5 million (about US$8,400–16,000)); Counsel (VND 275.2–344.6 million (about US$10,700–13,400)); General Manager/Managing Director (VND 165–310 million (about US$6,420–12,050)).
Do these figures include bonuses and allowances?
No. They are monthly gross base salary before allowances, bonuses, personal income tax and the employee's social insurance contributions.
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