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M4 - Sr. Manager
The median salary range for Legal (M4) roles disclosed in public job postings is $145k - $189k as of Oct 2026, based on 1,349 job postings from 276 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$145,000
13%
Mid
$167,138
13%
High
$189,276
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 156 Data Points | $64,500 | $76,625 | $88,750 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 866 Data Points | $90,000 | $104,471 | $118,942 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 788 Data Points | $130,000 | $151,650 | $173,300 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,221 Data Points | $150,000 | $173,800 | $197,600 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 269 Data Points | $180,000 | $208,750 | $237,500 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Large 93 Data Points | $180,000 | $213,125 | $246,250 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 750 Data Points | $120,000 | $140,000 | $160,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 353 Data Points | $145,000 | $167,138 | $189,276 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 667 Data Points | $192,730 | $220,740 | $248,750 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 194 Data Points | $235,000 | $265,000 | $295,000 |