Management

HR Manager Salary in Australia

HR Managers lead people and culture functions including recruitment, performance management, employee relations and compliance. Seek demand is consistent across all industries. CIPD, AHRI membership or a postgraduate HR qualification improves seniority and pay.

AU Typical Range

$95k$160k

AU Median

$122k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $85k$142k

Salary by experience level

HR Business Partner

AU$90k – $118k
NZNZD $82k – $106k

HR Manager

AU$118k – $150k
NZNZD $106k – $134k

Senior HR Manager

AU$150k – $190k
NZNZD $134k – $170k

Head of People / HRD

AU$185k – $270k
NZNZD $165k – $242k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $122k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$92,172

Monthly

$7,681

Fortnightly

$3,545

Common employers on Seek

Commonwealth BankBHPWoolworthsDeloitteNSW GovernmentTelstra

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average HR Manager salary in Australia?

The average HR Manager salary in Australia is around $122k per year, with a typical Seek range of $95k – $160k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a HR Manager take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $122k, take-home pay is approximately $92,172 per year ($7,681 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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