▼24%
C$101,155
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$77k
MEDIAN
CA$101k
90%
CA$127k
The average salary for a Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager is C$101,155 in 2025
Base Salary
C$77k - C$127k
Bonus
C$2k - C$20k
Profit Sharing
C$1k - C$14k
Total Pay
C$77k - C$137k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers?
What Do Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers Do?
Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager Tasks
- Design and manage enactment of Human Resources policies and initiatives.
- Design staffing strategies for all hiring needs.
- Act as a mentor to junior members of the Human Resources team.
- Responsible for knowing and consulting upon all areas of Human Resources, including hiring/termination, corrective action, complaints, and policy interpretation.
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How do Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers Rate Their Jobs?
Based on 10 responses, the job of Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager has received a job satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5. On average, Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers are highly satisfied with their job.
Common Health Benefits for a Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager
Medical
96%
Dental
95%
Vision
82%
None
3%
Gender Breakdown for Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers
Female
87.8%
Male
11.1%
This data is based on 90 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers
What is the highest pay for Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager is CA$127k / year
What is the lowest pay for Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager is CA$77k / year
How can Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager 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 Sr. Human Resources (HR) Manager that oversees more junior Sr. Human Resources (HR) Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.