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M5 - Director
The median salary range for Business Operations (M5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $175k - $229k as of Oct 2026, based on 2,685 job postings from 553 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$175,000
13%
Mid
$201,891
13%
High
$228,781
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 350 Data Points | $67,710 | $76,355 | $85,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 1,199 Data Points | $81,000 | $95,500 | $110,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 646 Data Points | $100,000 | $118,500 | $137,000 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,302 Data Points | $110,749 | $130,375 | $150,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Large 92 Data Points | $136,807 | $165,424 | $194,040 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 238 Data Points | $145,900 | $173,200 | $200,500 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 1,384 Data Points | $120,000 | $137,500 | $155,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 797 Data Points | $140,000 | $161,650 | $183,300 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 745 Data Points | $175,000 | $201,891 | $228,781 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 211 Data Points | $208,050 | $242,825 | $277,600 |