Research and development (R&D) managers Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 73,000 employees
Typical salary range
£38,548 – £67,048
Middle 50% of earners (25th–75th percentile)
Median £52,139
10th percentile
£30,747
25th percentile
£38,548
Median
£52,139
Mean
£56,057
75th percentile
£67,048
90th percentile
Not disclosed
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | £30,747 |
| 25th percentile | £38,548 |
| Median | £52,139 |
| Mean | £56,057 |
| 75th percentile | £67,048 |
| 90th percentile | Not disclosed |
‘Not disclosed’ means ONS withheld this value because the sample was too small to publish without risking identification. See the ASHE methodology.
Pay by period
Weekly
£1,043
Mean £1,098
Hourly
£28.50
Mean £30.27
| Pay period | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | £1,043 | £1,098 |
| Hourly | £28.50 | £30.27 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Sector pay context
Average weekly earnings in the Professional, scientific and technical activities sector are £1,084/week. Earnings grew +2.5% over the past 12 months vs +2.9% nationally.
Source: ONS Average Weekly Earnings (EARN03), not seasonally adjusted · December 2025
Take-home pay estimate
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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