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Executive Director

Average Late-Career Executive Director with Leadership Skills Salary in United Arab Emirates

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AED 522,459
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AED)
10%
AED 91k
MEDIAN
AED 522k
90%
AED 1m

The average salary for an Executive Director is AED 522,459 in 2025

Base Salary
AED 91k - AED 1m
Bonus
AED 18k - AED 243k
Profit Sharing
AED 0 - AED 10k
Total Pay
AED 104k - AED 1m
Based on 41 salary profiles (last updated Oct 25 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Executive Director

Medical
92%
Dental
69%
Vision
69%
None
8%

Gender Breakdown for Executive Directors

Male
92.0%
Female
4.0%
This data is based on 25 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Executive Directors

What is the highest pay for Executive Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Executive Director is AED 1m / year

What is the lowest pay for Executive Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Executive Director is AED 91k / year

How can Executive Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Executive Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Executive Director that oversees more junior Executive Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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