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Chief Operating Officer Salary in Leeds

How much does a chief operating officer earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£110,400 per year

per year in Leeds · Trust-set senior executive scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£81,600 per year£110,400 per year£148,800 per year

Chief Operating Officer roles sit at senior trust level, with pay set by trustees according to scale, trust size and responsibility. Chief Operating Officer pay in Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chief operating officers near Leeds

Compare average chief operating officer pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chief operating officer salaryJobs
Manchester£112,700 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£110,400 per yearView jobs
York£110,400 per yearView jobs
Bradford£109,250 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£109,250 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£109,250 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£108,100 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about chief operating officer pay in Leeds

How much does a chief operating officer earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a chief operating officer in Leeds is £110,400 per year, typically ranging from £81,600 per year to £148,800 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for chief operating officers?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for chief operating officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire chief operating officers in Leeds?

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

How can a chief operating officer in Leeds increase their salary?

Chief Operating Officers in Leeds 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 operating officer pay in Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £115,000 per year. In Leeds it's £110,400 per year — a discount of £4,600 per year versus the UK average.

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