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Human Resources

M5 - Director

The median salary range for Human Resources (M5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $175k - $229k as of Aug 2026, based on 1,364 job postings from 383 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$175,000

13%

Mid

$202,000

13%

High

$229,000

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Very Large

274 Data Points

$68,271

$76,186

$84,100

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

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

Very Large

845 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

690 Data Points

$101,500

$117,980

$134,460

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

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

Very Large

1,090 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

68 Data Points

$149,000

$174,500

$200,000

IC6

Advisory

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

Large

87 Data Points

$160,000

$185,600

$211,200

M3

Manager

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

Very Large

534 Data Points

$120,000

$139,125

$158,250

M4

Sr. Manager

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

Very Large

317 Data Points

$150,000

$172,350

$194,700

M5

Director

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

Very Large

391 Data Points

$175,000

$202,000

$229,000

M6

Sr. Director

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

Very Large

141 Data Points

$201,900

$235,138

$268,375