As a leader, you are responsible for leading a team or department and making strategic decisions. Core tasks include planning, organizing and controlling workflows, motivating and developing employees, and communicating corporate goals. Leaders play a crucial role in shaping corporate culture and implementing changes.
In Germany, managers can expect average annual salaries of about €117,931. The salary trend varies depending on professional experience: less than 3 years of professional experience brings it to about €89,362, years bring it to €94,018, about 7 years bring it to €1,159.9 and more than 9 years of professional experience can expect up to €3,118,454. Regional differences are especially evident in the federal states, where managers in Baden-Württemberg and Hesse earn the highest average salaries of €127,000 per year.
A position as a manager usually requires a degree in a relevant field, such as business administration, management or a comparable field, and additional qualifications, such as an MBA or experience in project management, are often an advantage.
Leaders have a wide range of career opportunities, both in different industries and within the company. They can apply to lead larger departments or projects, move up to senior management or become self-employed. Further education and networks are crucial to advance their careers and meet new challenges.
