Design Manager Salary in Bracknell, Bracknell Forest
Bracknell includes employers such as 3M and Hewlett‑Packard. The town has a higher cost of living and is close to London. Design managers work in offices that serve technology and engineering functions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£34,000 to £42,000
Average (per year)
£38,000
New managers work in technology or corporate offices.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£43,000 to £54,000
Average (per year)
£48,500
Mid-level managers oversee teams in IT, telecoms, or engineering firms in the area.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£55,000 to £70,000
Average (per year)
£62,500
Senior managers in Bracknell lead projects for international employers such as Dell and Fujitsu.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£71,000+
Principal-level roles are found in multinational headquarters and large tech campuses.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£20 - £27
per hour
Mid-level
£28 - £38
per hour
Senior
£39 - £52
per hour