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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 VP of Human Resources Salary

The average Merck VP of Human Resources earns an estimated $171,547 annually. Merck's VP of Human Resources compensation is $52,885 less than the US average for a VP of Human Resources.

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

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Average Compensation

$171,547: avg. base

VP of Human Resources Salaries at Merck

VPs of Human Resources earn $5,840 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

$111,058 Avg. total comp.

Legal

$100,581 Avg. total comp.

-$10k

VP of Human Resources Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female VP of Human Resources at companies similar size to Merck reported making $278,742, while the average male VP of Human Resources at similar sized companies reported making $252,263.

VP of Human Resources Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander VP of Human Resources at companies similar size to Merck reported making $327,333, while the average Hispanic or Latino VP of Human Resources at similar sized companies reported making $111,000.

How VPs of Human Resources at Merck Rate Their Compensation

The majority of VPs of Human Resources at Merck believe they're compensated fairly. 83% of VPs of Human Resources 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

Does your company give annual bonuses?

83% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

78% Yes

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