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At Merck, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. read more
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Merck Head of People Salary

The average Merck Head of People earns an estimated $171,402 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $144,402 with a $27,000 bonus. Merck's Head of People compensation is $6,495 more than the US average for a Head of People. Head of People salaries at Merck can range from $70,500 - $216,000.

The HR Department at Merck earns $10,477 more on average than the Legal Department.

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$20k
$62k
$103k
$143k
$13.50M
$171,402
Average Compensation
$144,402
avg. base
$27,000
avg. bonus

Head of People Salaries at Merck

Heads of People earn $5,694 more than Directors of HR.

Director of HR
$166k*
HR Manager
$101k*
Recruiter
$95k*
* estimated salary

Compensation at Merck by Department

The HR Department averages $10,477 more than the Legal Department, and $7,872 less than the Customer Support Department

Customer Support
$118,930 Avg. total comp.
+$8k
HR
$111,058 Avg. total comp.
Legal
$100,581 Avg. total comp.
-$10k

Head of People Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Head of People at companies similar size to Merck reported making $181,208, while the average male Head of People at similar sized companies reported making $186,115.

Head of People Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average African American/Black Head of People at companies similar size to Merck reported making $201,250, while the average Hispanic or Latino Head of People at similar sized companies reported making $143,063.

How Heads of People at Merck Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Heads of People at Merck believe they're compensated fairly. 83% of Heads of People at Merck say they receive annual bonuses, and the vast majority (78%) are satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Merck

Do you believe you're paid fairly?
69% Yes
69
Does your company give annual bonuses?
83% Yes
83
Are you satisfied with your Benefits?
78% Yes
78

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