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.