Head of Design Salary in Lugano, Ticino
Lugano's finance and tech sector includes banks, SaaS firms, and cross‑border companies. Salaries in Lugano differ from those in other Swiss cities. Compensation bands in Lugano are influenced by local factors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF98,000 to CHF120,000
Average (per year)
CHF109,000
Initial salaries in Lugano vary across companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF120,000 to CHF138,000
Average (per year)
CHF129,000
Growing responsibilities and experience bring salaries in line with established agencies and Swiss-Italian corporate offices.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF138,000 to CHF157,000
Average (per year)
CHF147,000
Senior Heads of Design receive offers from financial institutions and tech consultancies in the city.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF157,000+
Principal titles are used at major employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
CHF65 - CHF90
per hour
Mid-level
CHF90 - CHF120
per hour
Senior
CHF120 - CHF155
per hour