Functional managers and directors n.e.c. vs IT managers Salary (2025)

How do Functional managers and directors n.e.c. and IT managers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Functional managers and directors n.e.c. earns £16,411 more per year (29% higher)
vs

IT managers

£56,234
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricFunctional managers and directors n.e.c.IT managersDifference
Median Annual£72,645£56,234+£16,411
Mean Annual£78,150£60,038+£18,112
Monthly£6,054£4,686+£1,368
Weekly£1,397£1,081+£316
Hourly£34.93£27.04+£7.89

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileFunctional managers and directors n.e.c.IT managers
10th (Entry)£24,853£33,025
25th£48,997£43,309
50th (Median)£72,645£56,234
75th£101,146£72,165
90th (Senior)£125,613£93,000
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Functional managers and directors n.e.c. or a IT managers?
A Functional managers and directors n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Functional managers and directors n.e.c. is £72,645, whilst a IT managers earns £56,234 — a difference of £16,411 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Functional managers and directors n.e.c. and a IT managers?
The difference is £16,411 per year. Functional managers and directors n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Functional managers and directors n.e.c. or a IT managers?
From a salary perspective, Functional managers and directors n.e.c. offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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