Service Designer Salary in Cheshire East, Cheshire East
Cheshire East has a mix of employers in healthcare, transport, and finance, which shapes local salaries for service designers. The region is close to Manchester. Salaries here are generally lower than in London.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£26,000 to £32,000
Average (per year)
£29,000
Entry roles for graduates in Cheshire East are available in public sector organizations and local consultancies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£33,000 to £40,000
Average (per year)
£36,500
Mid-level designers may be placed in NHS Digital clusters or with agencies that serve tech and manufacturing clients.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£41,000 to £48,000
Average (per year)
£44,500
Senior professionals in the region lead projects for pharma, rail, and financial services.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£49,000+
Principal designers lead multi-disciplinary teams and partner with regional offices.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£16 - £22
per hour
Mid-level
£23 - £32
per hour
Senior
£33 - £48
per hour