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Human Resources

IC4 - Advanced

The median salary range for Human Resources (IC4) roles disclosed in public job postings is $120k - $155k as of Aug 2026, based on 5,364 job postings from 751 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$120,000

13%

Mid

$137,500

13%

High

$155,000

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Very Large

255 Data Points

$70,000

$77,500

$85,000

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.

Very Large

801 Data Points

$81,100

$94,375

$107,650

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.

Very Large

659 Data Points

$101,870

$118,435

$135,000

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.

Very Large

1,037 Data Points

$120,000

$137,500

$155,000

IC5

Expert

12+ YOE

A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.

Large

67 Data Points

$149,500

$174,750

$200,000

IC6

Advisory

An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.

Large

74 Data Points

$156,700

$182,675

$208,650

M3

Manager

Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.

Very Large

508 Data Points

$120,000

$139,584

$159,169

M4

Sr. Manager

Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.

Very Large

298 Data Points

$150,000

$172,500

$195,000

M5

Director

Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.

Very Large

369 Data Points

$175,000

$202,300

$229,600

M6

Sr. Director

Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.

Very Large

132 Data Points

$203,000

$236,500

$270,000