Chief Design Officer Salary in Grand-Est, France

Grand-Est pays chief design officers €86,000. The figure is linked to employment in automotive firms in Mulhouse, logistics hubs in Metz, and EU institutions. Salaries in Strasbourg are slightly higher than in surrounding towns.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€57,000 to €76,000

Average (per year)

€67,500

Local agencies and growing startups often provide candidates for entry-level roles.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€76,000 to €95,000

Average (per year)

€86,000

Experience in consumer goods or wine industry design teams is common among mid-level professionals.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€95,000 to €115,000

Average (per year)

€104,000

Larger companies or regional headquarters typically offer the most senior positions.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€115,000+

Multinational firms or major regional employers are the primary sources for rare principal-level leadership roles.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

€45 - €60

per hour

Mid-level

€60 - €78

per hour

Senior

€78 - €100

per hour

Chief design officer salaries vary across the country. Grand-Est's median salary of €86,000 is above the national average.