Account Executive Salary in United Kingdom

£51,000Regional estimate

An Account Executive in the UK earns a median gross annual salary of £51,000. The salary range typically falls between £38,000 for the 25th percentile and £91,000 for the top 10% of earners.

Pay percentiles

Regional estimate
25th percentile
£38,000
Median (p50)
£51,000
75th percentile
£69,000
Top 10% (p90)
£91,000

Gross annual, local currency.

Salary by seniority

Estimated
Junior£31,000-40%
Mid-level£45,000-12%
Senior£64,000+25%
Lead / Exec£89,000+75%

Total compensation

Base70%
Bonus12%
Equity12%
Benefits6%

Benefits are worth about £6,000 a year on top of cash pay.

Where this pay goes furthest

The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.

How we calculate this

These figures represent a regional estimate for Account Executive salaries across the United Kingdom. All stated figures are gross annual amounts before tax and deductions. The data is compiled from various sources to provide a broad overview.

Frequently asked questions

Is £51,000 a good salary for an Account Executive?

The median salary of £51,000 suggests that half of Account Executives earn more and half earn less. Whether this is considered good pay depends on your individual circumstances, cost of living, and experience level.

How does a senior Account Executive salary compare to a junior one?

Senior Account Executives typically earn more than their junior counterparts. The median salary for a senior role is £64,000, while the median for a junior role is £31,000.

What is the total compensation for an Account Executive?

The total compensation includes base salary plus benefits. The estimated annual value of benefits for an Account Executive is £6,000, which should be added to the base salary for a complete picture.

How is the Account Executive salary calculated?

Salary figures are determined by analysing reported salaries from numerous UK-based Account Executives. Percentiles like the 25th (£38,000) and 75th (£69,000) show the spread, with the median (£51,000) representing the midpoint.

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