Service Designer Salary in Leeds, Leeds
The NHS and financial sector drive demand for service designers. Salaries here track slightly below London, but cost of living is lower and housing is more affordable. Employers include large public sector bodies, fintech companies, and local digital agencies.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£26,000 to £32,000
Average (per year)
£29,000
Graduates and junior hires start in public sector agencies or digital consultancies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£33,000 to £42,000
Average (per year)
£37,000
Mid-level roles are found in large healthcare, banking, and government service teams.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£43,000 to £54,000
Average (per year)
£48,000
Senior designers lead projects for NHS Digital and major tech employers in the city.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£55,000+
Principal and lead roles are concentrated in consultancies and regional headquarters.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£16 - £22
per hour
Mid-level
£22 - £32
per hour
Senior
£33 - £50
per hour