Chief Design Officer Salary in Mendip, Bath and North East Somerset

Mendip covers market towns and rural areas in Somerset. Executive design pay varies based on local costs and employer availability. Some design leaders commute or work remotely for Bristol or London firms, raising top-end salaries.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£54,000 to £67,000

Average (per year)

£61,000

Assist senior designers in developing concepts, creating prototypes, and preparing design documentation.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£67,000 to £90,000

Average (per year)

£78,000

At the mid-level, many manage design teams.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£90,000 to £115,000

Average (per year)

£100,000

Senior design officers often support growing enterprises or work in remote leadership roles for larger companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£115,000+

Principal roles are rare locally, but pay reflects seniority and often involve consulting for regional or national clients.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£26 - £34

per hour

Mid-level

£34 - £50

per hour

Senior

£50 - £68

per hour

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