Lead Program Salaries
Lead Program salaries in New Zealand
Base pay
$99K - $131K/yr
$115K/yrAverage base pay
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Recent salaries shared by Program Lead
8 salaries
Job title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Program Lead
1-3 Years
$170K - $197K/yr
Wellington, Wellington
submitted on 26 Jan 2026
$170K - $197K/yr
Program Lead
4-6 Years
$134K/yr
$134K • $0
Auckland, Auckland
submitted on 12 Nov 2024
$134K/yr
$134K • $0
Program Lead
15+ Years
$182K/yr
$182K • $0
Christchurch, Canterbury
submitted on 2 Feb 2024
$182K/yr
$182K • $0
Program Lead
7-9 Years
$122K - $142K/yr
Auckland, Auckland
submitted on 21 Nov 2022
$122K - $142K/yr
Program Lead
1-3 Years
$122K - $141K/yr
Auckland, Auckland
submitted on 20 Nov 2022
$122K - $141K/yr
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Program Lead
4-6 Years
$102K - $118K/yr
Auckland, Auckland
submitted on 1 Jun 2021
$102K - $118K/yr
Program Lead
4-6 Years
$87K - $102K/yr
Auckland, Auckland
submitted on 1 Jun 2020
$87K - $102K/yr
Program Lead
4-6 Years
$97K - $113K/yr
Auckland, Auckland
submitted on 1 Jun 2019
$97K - $113K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about Program Lead salaries
How much does a Program Lead in New Zealand make?
The average salary for a Program Lead is $115,000 per year or $55 per hour in New Zealand, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $164,000 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in New Zealand is between $98,750 (25th percentile) and $131,000 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 6 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Program Lead employees in New Zealand as of July 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Program Lead in New Zealand?
The highest salary for a Program Lead in New Zealand is $131,000 per year, $10,917 per month or $63 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Program Lead in New Zealand?
The lowest salary for a Program Lead in New Zealand is $98,750 per year, $8,229 per month or $47 per hour.