Head of Design Salary in Mid and East Antrim, United Kingdom

Mid and East Antrim includes head of design positions. Local firms operate in the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£32,000 to £37,000

Average (per year)

£34,500

Entry-level leaders are employed locally.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£37,000 to £43,500

Average (per year)

£39,500

Regional businesses such as transport, tourism, and food production benefit from mid-level roles.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£43,500 to £50,000

Average (per year)

£47,000

Larger employers, including healthcare trusts and manufacturing firms, collaborate with senior Heads of Design.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£50,000+

Cross-county projects and export‑oriented companies provide opportunities for principal roles.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£20 - £27

per hour

Mid-level

£27 - £35

per hour

Senior

£35 - £43

per hour

Nationally, head of design roles average around £45,000, so Mid and East Antrim sits slightly below the UK mean.