Sales Salary in East Midlands
The East Midlands offers some of the UK's most affordable living combined with a diverse employment base spanning logistics, manufacturing, food production and professional services. Salaries are generally 10-20% below the national median.
Among the most affordable UK regions for housing, offering strong purchasing power. The cost-of-living advantage can offset lower nominal salaries.
Salary Trajectory
| Stage | Yrs Exp | P25 | Median | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Development Rep (SDR) | 0+ | £20,680 | £24,440 | £28,200 | £32,900 |
| Account Executive | 2+ | £28,200 | £35,720 | £45,120 | £56,400 |
| Senior Account Executive | 4+ | £37,600 | £48,880 | £61,100 | £75,200 |
| Sales Manager | 7+ | £47,000 | £58,280 | £73,320 | £89,300 |
| Head of Sales | 10+ | £61,100 | £77,080 | £94,000 | £117,500 |
| VP Sales / Sales Director | 15+ | £79,900 | £103,400 | £136,300 | £178,600 |
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Based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) via NOMIS. Regional salary adjustments derived from ONS regional pay differentials. Career progression timelines based on industry research. All figures are gross annual pay estimates for full-time workers.