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M3 - Manager

The median salary range for Legal (M3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $123k - $160k as of Aug 2026, based on 2,604 job postings from 416 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$122,530

13%

Mid

$141,265

13%

High

$160,000

Level Comparison

Level	Sample Size		Low	Mid	High
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.	Very Large 116 Data Points		$63,500	$75,430	$87,360
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.	Very Large 669 Data Points		$88,280	$103,140	$118,000
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.	Very Large 592 Data Points		$130,000	$153,450	$176,900
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.	Very Large 919 Data Points		$145,793	$167,896	$190,000
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.	Very Large 200 Data Points		$180,000	$212,625	$245,250
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.	Large 70 Data Points		$191,000	$225,500	$260,000
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.	Very Large 586 Data Points		$122,530	$141,265	$160,000
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.	Very Large 257 Data Points		$146,400	$167,675	$188,950
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.	Very Large 484 Data Points		$190,000	$218,750	$247,500
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.	Very Large 140 Data Points		$240,000	$268,750	$297,500