People Development Manager Salary in Seattle, WA

How much does a People Development Manager make in Seattle, WA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a People Development Manager in Seattle, WA is $137,642. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $122,714 to $154,046, with most professionals earning between $109,124 and $168,981.

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What is a People Development Manager?

The People Development Manager is responsible for creating and implementing strategies to support the professional growth and development of employees within an organization. This includes designing and delivering training programs, coaching and mentoring employees, and identifying opportunities for career advancement. The People Development Manager also works closely with leadership to assess the skills and competencies needed within the organization and develops initiatives to address any gaps. Additionally, they may be responsible for overseeing performance management processes and employee engagement initiatives to ensure a positive and productive work environment. Overall, the People Development Manager plays a crucial role in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.

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What does a People Development Manager do?

Common responsibilities of a People Development Manager

Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to employees.

September 13, 2023

Collaborate with HR to ensure compliance with training and development policies and procedures.

September 16, 2023

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training and development initiatives.

September 18, 2023

Design and facilitate leadership development programs for managers and supervisors.

September 28, 2023

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in people development to continuously improve programs and initiatives.

October 08, 2023

Collaborate with department managers to identify training needs and opportunities for employee development.

October 27, 2023

Create career development plans for employees to support their professional growth.

November 06, 2023

Provide support and guidance to employees on career planning and goal setting.

November 12, 2023

Identify and address performance gaps through coaching and mentoring.

November 14, 2023

Develop and implement training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.

November 17, 2023

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Average Salary Range for People Development Manager in Seattle, WA

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What is the average salary for People Development Manager in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of People Development Manager in Seattle, WA. The base salary for People Development Manager ranges from $122,714 to $154,046 with the average base salary of $137,642. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $131,458 to $170,040 with the average total cash compensation of $149,953.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$137,642	$122,714 - $154,046
Bonus	$12,311	$8,743 - $15,994
Total Pay	$149,953	$131,458 - $170,040

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

People Development Manager Salary Near Seattle, WA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Seattle, WA
CITY, STATE Kent, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,408 - $149,895	COMPARE TO Seattle, WA
CITY, STATE Bellevue, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,759 - $154,102	COMPARE TO Seattle, WA
CITY, STATE Renton, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,640 - $153,952	COMPARE TO Seattle, WA
CITY, STATE Federal Way, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,646 - $150,194	COMPARE TO Seattle, WA
CITY, STATE Auburn, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,646 - $150,194	COMPARE TO Seattle, WA
CITY, STATE Bremerton, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,155 - $150,834	COMPARE TO Seattle, WA

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About Seattle, Washington

Seattle (/siˈætəl/ (listen) see-AT-əl) is a seaport city on the West Coast of the United States. It is the seat of King County, Washington. With an estimated 730,000 residents as of 2018[update], Seattle is the largest city in both the state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest region of North America. According to U.S. Census data released in 2018, the Seattle metropolitan area’s population stands at 3.87 million, and ranks as the 15th largest in the United States. In July 2013, it was the fastest-growing major city in the United States and remained in the Top 5 in May 2015 with an annual...

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