Design Manager Salary in Portugal
The median salary for design managers in Portugal is €30,500 per year. Lisbon and Porto are referenced.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€21,500 to €27,000
Average (per year)
€24,500
Early-career managers in Ovar work with manufacturing firms or local agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€27,000 to €34,000
Average (per year)
€30,500
Mid-level positions involve greater responsibility in textile and industrial companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€34,000 to €42,000
Average (per year)
€38,000
Senior managers lead design teams in businesses with established export operations.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€42,000+
Principal-level professionals oversee creative strategy for large regional employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€13 - €18
per hour
Mid-level
€18 - €26
per hour
Senior
€26 - €35
per hour
Market Overview
Companies in finance, tourism, and gaming hire design managers. The surge in digital product development leads firms in Lisbon's startup scene to seek experienced leaders and consider bonuses and equity. Rent levels vary across cities.