Design Director Salary in Hampshire, United Kingdom

Salary information for Design Directors in Hampshire is provided. The figure is presented for the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£42,000 to £49,000

Average (per year)

£45,000

Entry roles go to candidates with agency or small business experience in Gosport.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£49,000 to £60,000

Average (per year)

£55,000

Mid-level directors work in local manufacturing and marine sectors.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£60,000 to £72,000

Average (per year)

£66,000

Senior Design Directors are employed by established firms or local government.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£72,000+

Principal-level roles require deep sector expertise in naval or engineering design.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£21 - £28

per hour

Mid-level

£28 - £36

per hour

Senior

£36 - £44

per hour

Nationally, Design Directors average around £48,000, so Hampshire sits above the UK mean.