Head of Design Salary in North East, Singapore

North East Singapore offers a median salary of S$125,000 for Head of Design roles. Tech firms are one factor in compensation levels. Logistics and aerospace companies compete for senior design talent.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

S$85,000 to S$110,000

Average (per year)

S$97,000

New heads of design manage small creative teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

S$110,001 to S$140,000

Average (per year)

S$125,000

With several years in leadership, these professionals handle larger teams and report to company executives.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

S$141,000 to S$180,000

Average (per year)

S$160,000

Senior heads of design direct strategy for established employers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

S$181,000+

Veterans in this tier hold senior design positions.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

S$50 - S$70

per hour

Mid-level

S$71 - S$105

per hour

Senior

S$106 - S$160

per hour

Nationally, the median for this role sits near S$115,000. North East's figure exceeds that by roughly eight percent.