How much does a HR Director earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for HR Director in Australia ranges from AUD 137,500 to AUD 185,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 711 job listings

Salary Guide

HR Director Salary in Australia

Based on 711 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$137,500 - $185,000

Median salary

$137,500 - $185,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$59K

25th percentile$74K

Median$138K

75th percentile$185K

90th percentile$213K

50% of professionals earn between $74,177 - $185,000 AUD

The median salary is $137,500

Top cities

Melbourne109 job openings

Sydney99 job openings

Brisbane46 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney43 job openings

Canberra36 job openings

Top companies hiring

Ambition11

EatClub8

Department of Education5

Levyl.3

ClearCompany1

Davies Collison Cave1

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HR Director

711 job openings

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The average salary for a HR Director in Australia is AUD 137,500 - AUD 185,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 161,250 per year, based on 711 active job listings.

The cities with the most HR Director job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Canberra. Melbourne leads with 109 job openings.

Leading employers for HR Director roles in Australia include Ambition, EatClub, Department of Education, Levyl., ClearCompany.

Explore 711 HR Director job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.