VP of Design Salary in Biel/Bienne, Bern

Biel/Bienne offers design leadership salaries. Executive salaries differ across Swiss cities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF122,000 to CHF140,000

Average (per year)

CHF131,000

Entry-level VPs begin at local watchmakers, SME manufacturers, or bilingual tech firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF139,000 to CHF160,000

Average (per year)

CHF149,000

Mid-level salaries are based on experience and industry sector.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF158,000 to CHF178,000

Average (per year)

CHF168,000

Senior VPs in Biel/Bienne oversee projects for global clients in watchmaking, medtech, and IoT.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF175,000+

Principal/Lead salaries are typically offered by international groups or high‑tech manufacturers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

CHF80 - CHF105

per hour

Mid-level

CHF100 - CHF130

per hour

Senior

CHF125 - CHF160

per hour