Chief Design Officer Salary in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Gloucestershire offers a median chief design officer salary of £84,000 per year. Aerospace and fintech are part of the market.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£63,000 to £76,000

Average (per year)

£69,500

New professionals in Cheltenham frequently join cyber-focused firms or agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£76,000 to £94,000

Average (per year)

£84,000

Design teams in marketing consultancies and cyber security companies are often supported by mid-level officers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£94,000 to £117,000

Average (per year)

£104,000

Reporting to executive boards is typical for senior chiefs at tech and cyber firms in Cheltenham. security.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£117,000+

Leads overall design strategy, mentors senior designers, and aligns visual direction with business goals.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£34 - £49

per hour

Mid-level

£49 - £68

per hour

Senior

£69 - £95

per hour

Nationally, chief design officers average around £95,000, placing Gloucestershire slightly below the top tier. The cost of living is lower.