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Legal Entity Controller

Average Legal Entity Controller Salary

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$98,012
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$66k
MEDIAN
$98k
90%
$146k

The average salary for a Legal Entity Controller is $98,012 in 2025

Base Salary
$66k - $146k
Bonus
$2k - $26k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $15k
Commission
$929 - $65k
Total Pay
$65k - $157k
Based on 16,820 salary profiles (last updated Jan 03 2024)
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4.1 out of 5
(1,662)
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Common Health Benefits for a Legal Entity Controller

Medical
82%
Dental
67%
Vision
59%
None
18%

Gender Breakdown for Legal Entity Controllers

Female
62.3%
Male
36.7%
Prefer to self-define
0.9%
This data is based on 6,350 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Legal Entity Controllers

What is the highest pay for Legal Entity Controllers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Legal Entity Controller is $146k / year

What is the lowest pay for Legal Entity Controllers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Legal Entity Controller is $66k / year

How can Legal Entity Controllers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Legal Entity Controller 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 Legal Entity Controller that oversees more junior Legal Entity Controllers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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