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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC TRADES N.E.C.▲ 65% /10yrBUSINESS, RESEARCH AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS N.E.C.▲ 60% /10yrFINANCIAL AND ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS▲ 55% /10yrASSEMBLERS (VEHICLES AND METAL GOODS)▼ 1% /10yrHIGHER EDUCATION TEACHING PROFESSIONALS▲ 5% /10yrSOFTWARE ENGINEER£55,000▲ 38% /5yrCYBER SECURITY ANALYST£62,000▲ 35% /5yr
SOC 1259Other managers and proprietors

Managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. Salary

QUOTE · MANAGERS AND PROPRIETORS IN OTHER SERVICES N.E.C.UK · 2025
£43,382
▲ 11% vs UK median (£39,039)
2015–2025 median▲ 54%

Median salary £43,382 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £43,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c., £46,271 is the typical (median) pay. That is above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +19% versus the national average.

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About this role

Managers and proprietors in other services not elsewhere classified run businesses in diverse service sectors not covered by specific SOC codes. This includes facilities management, event management, cleaning companies, security firms and other specialist service businesses.

Key responsibilities

  • Managing service delivery operations and client contracts
  • Leading teams and ensuring service quality standards
  • Managing business finances, pricing and profitability
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations
  • Developing new business and maintaining client relationships

Qualifications and entry routes

Requirements vary widely depending on the service sector. Relevant industry experience is essential. Sector-specific certifications (e.g., BIFM/IWFM for facilities management, SIA for security) may be required.

Career outlook

Varies by sector. Facilities management and outsourced services continue to grow. Contract-based service businesses require strong commercial and operational management skills.

Key skills

Service managementClient relationship managementBusiness developmentPeople managementOperational efficiency

Common industries

  • Facilities management
  • Event management
  • Cleaning services
  • Security services
  • Other service businesses

Data coverage

SOC code1259
Data sourceONS ASHE
Years available2015–2025
Estimated jobs31,000
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Mean Salary
£50,592
Top 10% Earn
N/A
Jobs (000s)
31k
Data Years
11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P10: £20kP25: £31kMedian: £43kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£19,717

0-2 years

Mid Level

£30,729

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Nominal growth: +53.8%Real growth: +11.5%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 24.8%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees
£43,382
Full-time Only
£46,271

Full-time premium: +£2,889

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Managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. salary: common questions

How much do managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. earn in the UK?
Managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. earn a median of £46,271 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).
Is £46,271 a good salary in the UK?
For managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c., £46,271 is the typical (median) pay. That is above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +19% versus the national average.
What is the starting salary for managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c.?
Entry-level managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £30,729, and the lowest-paid 10% earn under £19,717.
Have managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. salaries kept up with inflation?
Since 2015, median managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. pay has risen from £30,046 to £46,271 — +54% in cash terms, or +12% after CPIH inflation. That is ahead of inflation over the period.
Is there a gender pay gap for managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c.?
Male managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. earn a median £49,912 and female managers and proprietors in other services n.e.c. £37,555 — a gap of +25% in 2025.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).

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