Design Manager Salary in Italy
In Italy, design managers earn a median of €35,500 per year. Milan firms are noted. Regional tech hubs are noted.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€26,000 to €32,000
Average (per year)
€29,000
Starting salaries reflect modest local demand and smaller company sizes.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€32,000 to €39,250
Average (per year)
€35,500
With experience, managers earn higher pay especially in manufacturing and retail firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€39,000 to €47,000
Average (per year)
€43,000
Senior managers command increased salaries, often leading teams in established local businesses.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€47,000+
Principal-level roles exist mainly in larger regional firms or corporate branches.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€16 - €22
per hour
Mid-level
€22 - €30
per hour
Senior
€30 - €39
per hour
Market Overview
Fashion houses in Milan and luxury car makers in Turin seek design leaders to shape brand experiences. Startups in Rome are noted. Housing costs in major cities are noted.