Design Director Salary in Leicestershire, Leicester
Leicestershire includes both rural and urban employers. Salary levels vary. Directors may manage teams.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£37,000 to £48,000
Average (per year)
£42,000
Entry-level Design Directors in Leicestershire are hired by SMEs in manufacturing or food production.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£49,000 to £60,000
Average (per year)
£54,500
Mid-level roles involve managing creative projects for logistics and engineering firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£61,000 to £74,000
Average (per year)
£67,500
Lead multidisciplinary design teams, set creative vision, and oversee project delivery from concept to launch.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£76,000+
Principal-level directors set creative vision for major county employers and support cross-site innovation.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£23 - £32
per hour
Mid-level
£33 - £45
per hour
Senior
£46 - £63
per hour