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Human Resources (HR) Manager

Average Human Resources (HR) Manager with Human Resources (HR) Skills Salary in South Africa

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R517,018
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 176k
MEDIAN
ZAR 517k
90%
ZAR 866k

The average salary for a Human Resources (HR) Manager is R517,018 in 2025

Base Salary
R176k - R866k
Bonus
R23k - R48k
Total Pay
R119k - R856k
Based on 18 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Human Resources (HR) Manager

Medical
20%
None
80%

Gender Breakdown for Human Resources (HR) Managers

Female
84.6%
Male
15.4%
This data is based on 13 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Human Resources (HR) Managers

What is the highest pay for Human Resources (HR) Managers in Port Elizabeth?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Human Resources (HR) Manager in Port Elizabeth is ZAR 866k / year

What is the lowest pay for Human Resources (HR) Managers in Port Elizabeth?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Human Resources (HR) Manager in Port Elizabeth is ZAR 176k / year

How can Human Resources (HR) Managers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a 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 Human Resources (HR) Manager that oversees more junior Human Resources (HR) Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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