Design Manager Salary in Pessac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Pessac is located near Bordeaux, close to the region's university and tech hubs. Salaries are higher than smaller Nouvelle-Aquitaine towns.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€33,000 to €40,000
Average (per year)
€36,500
Local agencies near Bordeaux provide entry‑level positions for graduates.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€40,000 to €49,000
Average (per year)
€44,500
In the Bordeaux area, tech startups and pharmaceutical firms employ mid‑level managers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€49,000 to €57,000
Average (per year)
€52,500
Projects for firms and public institutions connected to the university sector are coordinated by senior managers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€57,000+
Major employers in the Bordeaux area offer principal‑level positions.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€21 - €34
per hour
Mid-level
€34 - €48
per hour
Senior
€48 - €65
per hour