How much does a HR Director earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for HR Director in Australia ranges from AUD 110,000 to AUD 200,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 225 job listings

How much does a HR Director earn in Australia?

The average salary for a HR Director in Australia is AUD 150,000 - AUD 200,000 per year.

Salary Guide

HR Director Salary in Australia

Based on 225 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$110,000 - $200,000

Median salary

$150,000 - $200,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$88K

25th percentile$110K

Median$150K

75th percentile$200K

90th percentile$230K

50% of professionals earn between $110,000 - $200,000 AUD

The median salary is $150,000

Top cities

Sydney30 job openings

Melbourne26 job openings

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HR Director

225 job openings

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The average salary for a HR Director in Australia is AUD 110,000 - AUD 200,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 175,000 per year, based on 225 active job listings.

The cities with the most HR Director job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Hayman Island. Sydney leads with 30 job openings.

Explore 225 HR Director job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.