Highest-Paid Employees

Top 10 Highest-Paid Employees Worldwide in 2024

Below is a detailed list of the highest-paid employees globally, showcasing their monthly salaries in Indian Rupees (INR), roles, educational backgrounds, and current status. Please note that these figures may vary due to market dynamics, performance incentives, and other conditions.

As of last year, the global landscape of executive compensation is led by several high-profile CEOs and executives. Here are some of the top earners:

Jagdeep Singh

Jagdeep Singh, Founder and Former CEO of QuantumScape: Singh is reported to have an annual compensation of approximately ₹17,500 crore, equating to about ₹48 crore per day.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹1,458 crore
  • Role: Founder and Former CEO of QuantumScape
  • Education:
    • B.Sc. in Computer Science, University of Maryland
    • M.Sc. in Computer Science, Stanford University
    • MBA, Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley
  • Current Status: CEO of a stealth startup

Elon Musk

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink: Musk’s compensation package is largely performance-based, with estimates suggesting earnings of approximately $55 million per month.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹440 crore
  • Role: CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and more
  • Education:
    • B.Sc. in Economics, University of Pennsylvania
    • B.Sc. in Physics, University of Pennsylvania
  • Current Status: Active in multiple ventures

Tim Cook

Tim Cook, CEO of Apple Inc.: Cook’s annual compensation has been reported at around $30 million per month, reflecting his leadership in one of the world’s most valuable companies.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹240 crore
  • Role: CEO of Apple Inc.
  • Education:
    • B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering, Auburn University
    • MBA, Duke University
  • Current Status: Leading Apple Inc.

Sundar Pichai

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet Inc.: Pichai’s compensation is estimated at approximately $24 million per month, overseeing the expansive operations of Google’s parent company.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹192 crore
  • Role: CEO of Alphabet Inc.
  • Education:
    • B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering, IIT Kharagpur
    • M.Sc. in Material Sciences, Stanford University
    • MBA, Wharton School of Business
  • Current Status: Active as CEO

Mark Zuckerberg

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms: Zuckerberg’s earnings are reported at around $22 million per month, leading the global social media conglomerate.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹176 crore
  • Role: CEO of Meta Platforms
  • Education:
    • Attended Harvard University (dropped out)
  • Current Status: Leading Meta Platforms

Jeff Bezos

Jeff Bezos, Executive Chairman of Amazon: Bezos’ compensation is estimated at approximately $20 million per month, reflecting his continued influence over the e-commerce giant.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹160 crore
  • Role: Executive Chairman of Amazon
  • Education:
    • B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Princeton University
  • Current Status: Focused on Blue Origin and philanthropy

Michael J. Cavanagh

Michael J. Cavanagh, CFO and President of Comcast Corp.: Cavanagh’s total compensation is reported at $40.4 million annually, overseeing the financial operations of the media conglomerate.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹27 crore
  • Role: CFO and President of Comcast Corp.
  • Education:
    • B.A. in Economics, Yale University
    • MBA, Harvard Business School
  • Current Status: Active at Comcast

John David Rainey

John David Rainey, CFO of Walmart Inc.: Rainey’s earnings are reported at $39.7 million annually, managing the finances of the global retail giant.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹26.6 crore
  • Role: CFO of Walmart Inc.
  • Education:
    • B.B.A. in Finance, Baylor University
    • MBA, University of Notre Dame
  • Current Status: Active at Walmart

Luca Maestri

Luca Maestri, CFO of Apple Inc.: Maestri’s compensation is estimated at $27.1 million annually, overseeing the financial operations of the tech leader.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹18 crore
  • Role: CFO of Apple Inc.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s in Economics, Bocconi University (Italy)
    • MBA, Boston University
  • Current Status: Active at Apple

Amy Hood

Amy Hood, CFO of Microsoft: Hood’s earnings are reported at $26.3 million annually, managing the finances of the software giant.

  • Monthly Salary: ₹17.5 crore
  • Role: CFO of Microsoft
  • Education:
    • B.A. in Economics, Duke University
    • MBA, Harvard Business School
  • Current Status: Active at Microsoft

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