Chief Design Officer Salary in Hove, Brighton and Hove

Hove offers various opportunities for tech professionals. Chief Design Officers in Hove earn less than in Brighton and Hove overall, though salaries remain competitive for the region. Digital and design agencies drive most demand.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£70,000 to £88,500

Average (per year)

£79,250

Entry-level Chief Design Officers in Hove often work for small tech startups or local agencies, where regional market siies shaped by regional market size.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£88,500 to £108,000

Average (per year)

£98,250

Oversee design strategy, lead project teams, and ensure brand consistency across products.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£108,000 to £128,000

Average (per year)

£118,000

As the local tech sector matures, senior Chief Design Officers typically earn more while leading multi-disciplinary teames.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£128,000+

Company reach and project scale generally determine the compensation for principal-level executives working at cross-citompany reach and project scale.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£42 - £55

per hour

Mid-level

£55 - £69

per hour

Senior

£69 - £83

per hour