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M6 - Sr. Director
The median salary range for Business Development (M6) roles disclosed in public job postings is $203k - $276k as of Oct 2026, based on 810 job postings from 217 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$203,000
15%
Mid
$239,550
15%
High
$276,100
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 455 Data Points | $65,000 | $72,500 | $80,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 490 Data Points | $70,954 | $82,977 | $95,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 632 Data Points | $117,400 | $136,100 | $154,800 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 632 Data Points | $136,000 | $158,000 | $180,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Large 85 Data Points | $167,000 | $201,750 | $236,500 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 117 Data Points | $179,610 | $220,755 | $261,900 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 888 Data Points | $125,000 | $143,056 | $161,111 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 286 Data Points | $146,976 | $170,738 | $194,500 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 936 Data Points | $175,000 | $202,500 | $230,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 230 Data Points | $203,000 | $239,550 | $276,100 |