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M5 - Director
The median salary range for Human Resources (M5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $175k - $230k as of Sep 2026, based on 1,503 job postings from 407 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$175,000
14%
Mid
$202,500
14%
High
$230,000
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 321 Data Points | $67,250 | $75,299 | $83,349 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 941 Data Points | $80,000 | $93,200 | $106,400 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 754 Data Points | $100,000 | $117,165 | $134,330 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,210 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 69 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 95 Data Points | $160,000 | $186,800 | $213,600 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 591 Data Points | $120,000 | $137,550 | $155,100 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 345 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 437 Data Points | $175,000 | $202,500 | $230,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 149 Data Points | $203,000 | $236,500 | $270,000 |