▼26%
C$163,012
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$80k
MEDIAN
CA$163k
90%
CA$203k
The average salary for a Director, Legal is C$163,012 in 2025
Base Salary
C$80k - C$203k
Bonus
C$15k - C$39k
Total Pay
C$90k - C$231k
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Common Health Benefits for a Director, Legal
Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
62%
Gender Breakdown for Director, Legals
Female
100.0%
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FAQs About Director, Legals
What is the highest pay for Director, Legals?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Director, Legal is CA$203k / year
What is the lowest pay for Director, Legals?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Director, Legal is CA$80k / year
How can Director, Legals increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Director, Legal is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Director, Legal that oversees more junior Director, Legals, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.