Head of HR salary in Norway
Market pay for heads of HR in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
A head of HR in Norway typically earns NOK 1,171,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for heads of HR runs from NOK 965,000 to NOK 1,460,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
Your market salary
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1,171,200 kr/yr
Your estimate
As an HR manager the median salary is around 1,171,200 kr a year, with a typical range from roughly 964,800 kr to 1,460,400 kr depending on company size, sector and your experience. Pay is market-driven with no central tariff, so responsibility and results count for a lot. The figures come from Statistics Norway (SSB).
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Frequently asked questions
What does a head of HR earn in Norway?
A head of HR typically earns NOK 1,171,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most heads of HR fall between NOK 965,000 and NOK 1,460,000.
What is the salary range for heads of HR?
The lower quartile is NOK 965,000 and the upper quartile NOK 1,460,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
How can a head of HR get a raise?
Know the market range, document your results, and bring a concrete case to the talk. The Worktube agent builds the negotiation case for you, free: the arguments, the target and the opening.
Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.