Advertising accounts managers and creative directors Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median advertising accounts managers and creative directors salary in the UK is £46,356 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £52,936, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £24.36.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £29,762 in South West to £52,834 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£46,356
Annual
UK Mean
£52,936
Annual
Hourly Rate
£24.36
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £52,834 | £60,870 | £45,390 |
| Wales | £43,144 | £45,515 | £47,938 |
| East Midlands | £42,254 | £43,431 | £46,028 |
| Scotland | £35,813 | £43,204 | £38,801 |
| South West | £29,762 | £33,074 | £30,970 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average advertising accounts managers and creative directors salary in the UK?
The median advertising accounts managers and creative directors salary in the UK is £46,356 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £52,936, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays advertising accounts managers and creative directors the most?
London pays the highest advertising accounts managers and creative directors salaries with a median of £52,834.
How does advertising accounts managers and creative directors pay vary by region?
Advertising accounts managers and creative directors salaries range from £29,762 in South West to £52,834 in London.
Are advertising accounts managers and creative directors salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for advertising accounts managers and creative directors?
The median hourly rate for advertising accounts managers and creative directors in the UK is £24.36 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.