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Published salary ranges for 94 roles across seven industries, in London and outside it, with free 2026 guides for the UK and the Middle East. Then everything else that helps you earn the next step.
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- UK regions compared with LondonUK regions vs London
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The architecture career, by typical pay
- Part I£29,000–£32,000£30,000 typical
- Part II (0–2 yrs)£31,000–£37,000£34,000 typical
- Part II (3–4 yrs)£34,000–£40,000£37,000 typical
- Architect (0–4 yrs)£40,000–£48,000£44,000 typical
- Architect (5+ yrs)£46,000–£60,000£54,000 typical
- Senior Architect (5+ yrs)£56,000–£68,000£62,000 typical
- Associate£55,000–£75,000£65,000 typical
- Associate Director£65,000–£90,000£75,000 typical
- Director£85,000–£140,000£105,000 typical
Typical pay, June 2026. Part I reviewed October 2026.
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