Design Director Salary in South Dublin, Leinster
South Dublin includes logistics, tech, and financial support offices. Design Director salaries vary across regions. The area includes large business parks and multinational offices.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€60,000 to €73,000
Average (per year)
€66,500
Entry-level directors work with tech support offices, digital agencies, or regional logistics companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€74,000 to €86,000
Average (per year)
€80,000
Mid-level roles include managing design for e-commerce, supply chain, and growing SaaS firms based in the area.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€87,000 to €102,000
Average (per year)
€94,500
Senior directors oversee larger teams in multinational support centers and headquarters, especially near Citywest and Sandyford.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€103,000+
Principal and lead roles are concentrated in global firms, with compensation reflecting Dublin's high cost of living.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€30 - €39
per hour
Mid-level
€40 - €52
per hour
Senior
€53 - €68
per hour