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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 Legal Salaries in Atlanta

The average Merck VP of Legal in Atlanta earns an estimated $237,667 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $188,501 with a $49,167 bonus. Merck's VP of Legal compensation is $18,989 more than the US average for a VP of Legal. VP of Legal salaries at Merck in Atlanta can range from $150,000 - $300,000.

In Atlanta, The Legal Department at Merck earns $14,453 more on average than the Customer Support Department.

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Average Compensation

$188,501: avg. base

$49,167: avg. bonus

VP of Legal Salaries at Merck

In Atlanta, VPs of Legal earn $31,625 more than Corporate Counsels.

Corporate Counsel

$206k*

General Counsel

$206k*

Contracts Specialist

$87k*

Paralegal

$58k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Merck by Department

In Atlanta, The Legal Department averages $14,453 more than the Customer Support Department, and $14,597 less than the Engineering Department

Engineering

$141,347 Avg. total comp.

+$15k

Legal

$126,750 Avg. total comp.

Customer Support

$112,297 Avg. total comp.

-$14k

VP of Legal Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female VP of Legal at companies similar size to Merck reported making $268,400, while the average male VP of Legal at similar sized companies reported making $256,500.

VP of Legal Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander VP of Legal at companies similar size to Merck reported making $300,000, while the average Caucasian VP of Legal at similar sized companies reported making $241,643.

How VPs of Legal at Merck Rate Their Compensation

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