Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) Salary in New York

How much does an Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) make in New York? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) in New York is $84,206 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, an Assistant Manager (Employee Relations)'s salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,093
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,842 to $90,428
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,048

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) Salaries

An Assistant Manager (Employee Relations)'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Manager (Employee Relations)'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $68,877
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $82,910
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,334
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,549
  • Expert (over 8 years): $111,709
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
HRIS Analyst I less than 1 year $68,877
Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) 1-2 years $82,910
HRIS Analyst III 2-4 years $109,334
HRIS Analyst IV 5-8 years $123,549
HRIS Supervisor over 8 years $111,709

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Manager (Employee Relations)

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Holtsville: $86,908
  • Brentwood: $86,762
  • Brightwaters: $85,989

Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Manager (Employee Relations)

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet $101,047 $49.0 20%
Biotechnology $96,837 $47.0 15%
Financial Services $96,837 $47.0 15%
Insurance $96,837 $47.0 15%
Software & Networking $96,837 $47.0 15%

Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Manager (Employee Relations)'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$77,842
Average $84,206/year
$90,428
$6,487
Average $7,017/month
$7,536
$1,497
Average $1,619/week
$1,739
$37
Average $40/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $90,428 $7,536 $1,739 $43
Average $84,206 $7,017 $1,619 $40
25th Percentile $77,842 $6,487 $1,497 $37

Find Your Next Assistant Manager (Employee Relations) Job

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