Earnings
The average head of investor relations (IR) earned a median annual salary of $275,820 in 2025, according to Salary.com. Compensation ranged from $211,648 to $360,854 or more. Most heads of investor relations receive a significant yearly bonus on top of their base salary, according to IR Magazine.
Benefits are good for investor relations professionals. They usually receive paid vacation days and sick leave, health and life insurance, a 401(k) or other retirement savings plan, and the opportunity to invest in their firm’s portfolio companies.
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