VP of Design Salary in Sunderland, Sunderland

Sunderland has a presence in automotive and digital industries. Salaries are shaped by a lower cost of living. Executive design roles have salaries.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£63,000 to £72,000

Average (per year)

£67,500

Newly promoted VPs join software, automotive, or digital firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£72,000 to £88,000

Average (per year)

£80,000

Design leaders with more experience work in Sunderland's manufacturing and IT sectors.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£88,000 to £105,000

Average (per year)

£96,500

Senior VPs work in large local enterprises.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£105,000+

Principal-level executives earn well above £105,000, leading multi-site teams for major regional employers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£32 - £40

per hour

Mid-level

£40 - £52

per hour

Senior

£52 - £65

per hour