How much should a Head of ESG really be earning in 2025?
We’ve been quietly gathering compensation data from ESG leaders across private equity—those with the experience, the clout, and the influence to drive real change inside investor portfolios.
The result? Our latest report: Head of ESG Compensation, 2025.
This isn’t just another salary snapshot. It’s a deep dive into how ESG leadership is valued right now across private equity firms with £5bn to £500bn+ AUM. It includes:
Average total compensation of £408,000 (excluding carry)
A clear correlation between pay and firm AUM / number of portfolio companies
30%+ pay differential for ESG leaders based in the US vs. Europe
A breakdown of bonuses, base salaries and carry
Reporting lines, regional trends, and emerging benefits beyond salary
Plus, we dig into the growing role ESG plays in value creation—and what that means for how firms are structuring comp packages to attract and retain top talent.
Whether you’re benchmarking for your next hire or negotiating your own package, this is the data behind the decisions.
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Because in 2025, ESG isn’t just a box to tick—it’s a serious value driver. And it’s time compensation reflected that.