Head of Design Salary in Wirral, United Kingdom

In Wirral, a Head of Design earns a median of £54,250 per year. This figure reflects the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£40,500 to £50,000

Average (per year)

£45,250

Entry-level Heads of Design in Ellesmere Port work in manufacturing or logistics firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£50,000 to £58,500

Average (per year)

£54,250

Design leadership roles exist at large employers such as chemical plants and engineering companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£58,500 to £66,500

Average (per year)

£62,500

Senior leaders oversee multidisciplinary teams; salary levels depend on the organization.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£66,500+

Principal Heads of Design work in senior positions at major employers or consultancies that support the port's industrial base.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£22 - £32

per hour

Mid-level

£32 - £42

per hour

Senior

£42 - £56

per hour

Nationally, Head of Design roles average around £65,000, placing Wirral below the UK mean.