Director Of Business And Legal Affairs Salary in the United States

How much does a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs in the United States is $208,338 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $100.

However, a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $238,307
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $187,293 to $224,025
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $168,133
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Director Of Business And Legal Affairs Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $224,025 $18,669 $4,308 $108
Average $208,338 $17,362 $4,007 $100
25th Percentile $187,293 $15,608 $3,602 $90
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Key Factors That Influence Director Of Business And Legal Affairs Salaries

A Director Of Business And Legal Affairs's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Director Of Business And Legal Affairs Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $202,492
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $203,369
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $205,415
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $207,753
  • Expert (over 8 years): $211,516
Levels Salary
Entry Level Director Of Business And Legal Affairs$202,492
Intermediate Level Director Of Business And Legal Affairs$203,369
Senior Level Director Of Business And Legal Affairs$205,415
Specialist Level Director Of Business And Legal Affairs$207,753
Expert Level Director Of Business And Legal Affairs$211,516
$202,492 0 yr
$203,369 < 2 yrs
$205,415 2-4 yrs
$207,753 5-8 yrs
$211,516 > 8 yrs
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How Do Director Of Business And Legal Affairs Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Director Of Business And Legal Affairs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $230,672.
  • California: $229,797.
  • Massachusetts: $226,734.

Top Paying Cities for Director Of Business And Legal Affairs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $262,777
  • San Francisco: $260,193
  • Oakland: $254,422

What Skills Can Increase a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.34% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 1.16% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
  • Economics (Mentioned in 0.92% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 9.34%
Business Administration 1.16%
Economics 0.92%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs's salary.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Client Relationship: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Innovation
 $216,672
4%
Insight
 $214,588
3%
Client Relationship
 $214,588
3%
B2B
 $214,588
3%
Procurement
 $212,505
2%
Accountability
 $212,505
2%
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How Education impacts a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director Of Business And Legal Affairs enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs with a Bachelor's Degree is between $199,570 and $211,864).

Director Of Business And Legal Affairs Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director Of Business And Legal Affairs
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 2.9%
Associates 3.3%
Bachelors 39.4%
Masters 48.8%
Doctorate 5.2%
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Director Of Business And Legal Affairs Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$187,293
Average $208,338/year
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Average $17,362/month
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $224,025 $18,669 $4,308 $108
Average $208,338 $17,362 $4,007 $100
25th Percentile $187,293 $15,608 $3,602 $90

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Salary Trends for Director Of Business And Legal Affairs

Salaries for a Director Of Business And Legal Affairs can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $191,876 in 2023 to around $189,457 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director Of Business And Legal Affairs salary trends, .

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