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

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

Functional managers and directors n.e.c. earns £14,689 more per year (25% higher)
vs

IT project managers

£57,956
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricFunctional managers and directors n.e.c.IT project managersDifference
Median Annual£72,645£57,956+£14,689
Mean Annual£78,150£61,265+£16,885
Monthly£6,054£4,830+£1,224
Weekly£1,397£1,115+£282
Hourly£34.93£27.86+£7.07

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileFunctional managers and directors n.e.c.IT project managers
10th (Entry)£24,853£34,371
25th£48,997£42,443
50th (Median)£72,645£57,956
75th£101,146£74,711
90th (Senior)£125,613£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Functional managers and directors n.e.c. or a IT project 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 project managers earns £57,956 — a difference of £14,689 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Functional managers and directors n.e.c. and a IT project managers?
The difference is £14,689 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 project 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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