While money may not be every candidate’s primary motivation, it remains one of the greatest drivers of attraction. An understanding of the top-paying roles can help to shape your budget and drive a successful recruitment strategy.
The following list of high-paying jobs titles includes a description of the role, the average advertised salary and some similar job titles that may help you in shaping your next job ad:
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1. Discipline Manager
Salary: $177,600
About the role: A Discipline Manager supervises the teams assigned to an engineering discipline, such as a structural engineering team.
Most advertised in: Engineering
Similar roles: Principal Engineer
2. Business Unit Director
Salary: $175,000
About the role: A Business Unit Director leads a department within an organisation and develops strategic plans to support growth.
Most advertised in: Healthcare & Medical
Similar roles: Business Unit Lead, Business Unity Manager
3. Java Algorithmic Trading Developer
Salary: $175,000
About the role: Working with an electronic trading team, this role involves building market trading applications using Java software.
Most advertised in: Information & Communication Technology
Similar roles: Java Developer (Algorithmic trading)
4. Construction Director
Salary: $174,090
About the role: Construction Directors plan and manage construction activities at a building site and require deep industry knowledge.
Most advertised in: Construction
Similar roles: Head of Construction
5. Head of Project Management Office
Salary: $173,636
About the role: A Head of Project Management Office oversees the implementation of projects, including budgeting and quality control.
Most advertised in: Information & Communication Technology
Similar roles: Director of Project Delivery
6. Underground Manager
Salary: $173,095
About the role: An Underground Manager for a mine has the responsibility to control and supervise the underground mining operations.
Most advertised in: Mining, Resources & Energy
Similar roles: Senior Mining Engineer, Mine Manager
7. Mobile Maintenance Supervisor
Salary: $168,333
About the role: This role includes the supervision of maintenance teams to ensure a mine’s targets are met in a safe and timely manner.
Most advertised in: Mining, Resources & Energy
Similar roles: Field Maintenance Supervisor, Mobile Plant Maintenance Supervisor
8. Security Solutions Architect
Salary: $166,000
About the role: A Security Solutions Manager safeguards technology solution designs by building and implementing security systems.
Most advertised in: Information & Communication Technology
Similar roles: Information Security Manager
9. Legal Director
Salary: $165,000
About the role: This role manages the team that provides direct client representation and may serve as lead counsel in major litigation.
Most advertised in: Legal
Similar roles: Senior Legal Officer
10. Technology Director
Salary: $165,000
About the role: This role oversees the technical operations of an organisation, which may include managing infrastructure and IT teams.
Most advertised in: Information & Communication Technology
Similar roles: Head of Technology
11. Exploration Manager
Salary: $164,583
About the role: This role leads a mining company's exploration function by evaluating opportunities and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Most advertised in: Mining, Resources & Energy
Similar roles: Senior Exploration Geologist
12. Mine Manager
Salary: $164,500
About the role: A mine manager oversees mining production operations through the effective organisation of teams, resources and assets.
Most advertised in: Mining, Resources & Energy
Similar roles: Underground Manager
13. Head of Financial Planning
Salary: $164,333
About the role: This role leads the financial planning team to help individuals and organisations set and meet their financial goals.
Most advertised in: Accounting
Similar roles: Financial Planning and Analysis Lead, Director of Financial Planning
14. Head of Practice
Salary: $164,166
About the role: A Head of Practice develops and manages the operational, administrative and financial functions within a law firm.
Most advertised in: Legal
Similar roles: Practice Director
15. Head of Software Development
Salary: $164,166
About the role: This role oversees the design and development of software systems to ensure they are delivered on time and on budget.
Most advertised in: Information & Communication Technology
Similar roles: Software Development Team Lead
16. Enterprise Sales Manager
Salary: $163,928
About the role: An Enterprise Sales Manager helps drive the growth of new technologies by increasing sales and market penetration.
Most advertised in: Information & Communication Technology
Similar roles: Enterprise Business Development Manager
17. VP
Salary: $163,571
About the role: A VP (Vice President) typically works for a large investment bank. Their role includes managing clients and efficiently closing deals.
Most advertised in: Banking & Financial Services
Similar roles: Director
18. Health and Wellbeing Manager
Salary: $163,333
About the role: This role is responsible for the support and improvement of workplace health, safety, performance and employee wellbeing.
Most advertised in: Human Resources & Recruitment
Similar roles: Health and Safety Manager
19. Commercial Contacts Manager
Salary: $162,500
About the role: A Commercial Contracts Manager's role includes developing, negotiating, reviewing and managing construction contracts.
Most advertised in: Construction
Similar roles: Senior Contracts Administrator
20. Business Readiness Manager
Salary: $161,250
About the role: A Business Readiness Manager prepares an organisation for change by planning the transition and managing the impact.
Most advertised in: Consulting & Strategy
Similar roles: Change Manager
Source: SEEK Salary Review, annual full-time salary averages by role type, 2011/12-2018/19, SEEK.
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