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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 People Salaries in New York

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

In New York, 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 People Salaries at Merck

In New York, VPs of People earn $5,840 more than Directors of HR.

Director of HR

$166k*

HR Manager

$101k*

Recruiter

$95k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Merck by Department

In New York, 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 People Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

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

VP of People Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

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

How VPs of People at Merck Rate Their Compensation

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

Does your company give annual bonuses?

83% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

78% Yes

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