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Chief Executive Officer Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a chief executive officer earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£113,850 per year

per year in Edinburgh · Trust-set senior executive scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£84,150 per year£113,850 per year£153,450 per year

Chief Executive Officer roles sit at senior trust level, with pay set by trustees according to scale, trust size and responsibility. Chief Executive Officer pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chief executive officers near Edinburgh

Compare average chief executive officer pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chief executive officer salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£113,850 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£113,850 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£109,250 per yearView jobs
Livingston£109,250 per yearView jobs
Stirling£109,250 per yearView jobs
Dundee£108,100 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Chief Executive Officer get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about chief executive officer pay in Edinburgh

How much does a chief executive officer earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a chief executive officer in Edinburgh is £113,850 per year, typically ranging from £84,150 per year to £153,450 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for chief executive officers?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for chief executive officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire chief executive officers in Edinburgh?

Live chief executive officer openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a chief executive officer in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Chief Executive Officers in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up Trust-set senior executive scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between chief executive officer pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £115,000 per year. In Edinburgh it's £113,850 per year — a discount of £1,150 per year versus the UK average.

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