Average Financial managers and directors Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
In 2025, financial managers and directorss working in the London took home a median salary of £107,433 — that's 64.4% above the national average of £65,336. Factor in the London's cost of living (16.4% above the UK norm) and a £107,433 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £92,296. The all-jobs average in City of London is £67,064. By comparison, financial managers and directorss earn 60.2% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £107,433 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £92,296 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average financial managers and directors salary in City of London?
The median financial managers and directors salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £107,433 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does financial managers and directors pay in City of London compare to the UK average?
Financial managers and directors in the London earn 64.4% above the national median of £65,336. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is financial managers and directors a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Financial managers and directors in the London earn £107,433, which is 60.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for financial managers and directorss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.