UI Designer Salary in City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Edinburgh's economy includes technology work in financial services, government, and health technology. Salaries are competitive, though competition for top roles can be intense.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£25,000 to £32,000

Average (per year)

£28,500

Graduates often start in entry roles at fintech startups or government digital teams, receiving entry-level salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£32,000 to £41,000

Average (per year)

£36,500

Financial services, health tech, and the public sector offer roles for mid-level designers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£41,000 to £52,000

Average (per year)

£46,500

Senior designers may work for major banks, scale-ups, or large consulting firms that provide broad benefits.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£52,000+

Financial institutions often have principal designers leading teams, while fast-growth tech companies may have them managing product design.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£15 - £24

per hour

Mid-level

£24 - £38

per hour

Senior

£38 - £57

per hour

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