How much does a Chief ESG Officer make in the United States? The average Chief ESG Officer salary in the United States is $244,880 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $197,680 and $312,080. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Chief ESG Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief ESG Officer Salary $154,707 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chief ESG Officer Salary $197,680 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chief ESG Officer Salary $244,880 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chief ESG Officer Salary $312,080 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chief ESG Officer Salary $373,262 US March 26, 2024
25% $197,680 10% $154,707 90% $373,262 75% $312,080 $244,880 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Chief ESG Officer designs and develops corporate sustainability strategies to ensure that business practices, products, and services are environmentally friendly and compliant with government rules and regulations. Oversees all aspects of an organization's sustainability programs. Being a Chief ESG Officer promotes and explains the organization's sustainability philosophy to internal and external audiences. Collaborates with other leaders to implement processes and technologies that reduce the organization's carbon footprint. In addition, Chief ESG Officer requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Chief ESG Officer manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Chief ESG Officer typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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