Financial managers and directors Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median financial managers and directors salary in the UK is £65,336 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £103,706, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £36.05.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £48,756 in South West to £107,433 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£65,336
Annual
UK Mean
£103,706
Annual
Hourly Rate
£36.05
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 | £107,433 | £177,813 | £92,296 |
| North West | £58,206 | £70,883 | £63,822 |
| South East | £56,396 | £79,307 | £54,647 |
| Scotland | £55,044 | £68,127 | £59,636 |
| West Midlands | £52,149 | £66,342 | £56,993 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £50,891 | £64,123 | £56,233 |
| East | £50,540 | £65,123 | £51,942 |
| South West | £48,756 | Not available | £50,735 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average financial managers and directors salary in the UK?
The median financial managers and directors salary in the UK is £65,336 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £103,706, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays financial managers and directors the most?
London pays the highest financial managers and directors salaries with a median of £107,433.
How does financial managers and directors pay vary by region?
Financial managers and directors salaries range from £48,756 in South West to £107,433 in London.
Are financial managers and directors salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for financial managers and directors?
The median hourly rate for financial managers and directors in the UK is £36.05 (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.