UK Salary Guide 2026
What is your role really worth?
Live UK benchmarks for senior Finance, Change, BI & Data and IT roles — built from placements and market intelligence across our 40+ year practice.
Sector
Role
Location
Experience
Company type
Estimated base salary
£180,000–£320,000
Midpoint £250,000
Lower quartileUpper quartile
Typical bonus / LTIP
£37,500 – £100,000
15–40% of base, role and company dependent
RoleChief Financial Officer (CFO)
LocationLondon (City / WE)
Experience8–12 yrs
CompanyMid-market
Estimates are guideline ranges based on Newstone Talent placement data and current UK market intelligence. Actual offers vary with sector vertical, P&L scope, equity, and specific company circumstances. For a confidential, role-specific benchmark, get in touch.
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