VP of Design Salary in Lugano, Ticino
Lugano is the main financial center in southern Switzerland. Housing and service costs are higher than in other Ticino cities.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF115,000 to CHF135,000
Average (per year)
CHF125,000
Initial roles favor candidates familiar with the finance sector.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF135,000 to CHF155,000
Average (per year)
CHF145,000
Mid-level salaries reflect Lugano's role as a banking and business hub in Ticino.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF155,000 to CHF180,000
Average (per year)
CHF167,000
Senior VPs report to international headquarters or manage design teams across Switzerland and Italy.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF180,000+
Principal-level salaries are paid by multinational banks or luxury goods companies with Swiss headquarters.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
CHF65 - CHF90
per hour
Mid-level
CHF90 - CHF120
per hour
Senior
CHF120 - CHF155
per hour