Product Design Manager Salary in Stafford, Staffordshire
Stafford includes public sector employers and engineering consultancies. The tech sector has a presence in the region. Living expenses influence salary levels.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£36,000 to £42,000
Average (per year)
£39,000
Regional offices of engineering and public sector employers hire entry-level design managers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£43,000 to £50,000
Average (per year)
£46,500
Mid-level design managers work for government agencies and local tech consultancies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£51,000 to £60,000
Average (per year)
£55,500
National infrastructure and education organizations provide senior positions.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£61,000+
Principal managers work at firms with national reach or major public sector bodies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£17 - £22
per hour
Mid-level
£23 - £29
per hour
Senior
£30 - £37
per hour