Which are the highest paying careers in UK? Below we have compiled a list of top 50 highest paying careers in UK, some paying more than $100,000 pounds.
- Chief Executive Officer.
They are responsible for making company’s and employees decisions that protect both the employees and the company. They earn an average salary of 77,000 pounds and above yearly.
- Personal Trainer
They assists people with work out to help them lose weight and become fit or add weight, depending with the customer’s preference. They earn an average salary of 30,000 pounds and above yearly.
- Chief Financial Officer
The highest in this industry is paid 112,079 pounds and above. They are responsible for handling and budgeting for the company finances.
These are persons starting up businesses. They can earn up to 200,000 pounds in a year, depending with one’s entrepreneurial skills abilities.
- Lawyer
They are responsible for creating laws of the country, they also advise individuals and companies. An average lawyer earns 65,000 pounds a year.
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
They earn an average salary if of 80,000 pounds yearly. They are responsible for establishing strength and conditioning programs which have been programmed by their clients.
- Information Technology Managers
They are senior IT managers that earn an average salary of 46,000 pounds in a year. They are responsible for all software and hardware acquired and installed.
- Cyber Security Specialist.
They earn an average salary of 46,000 pounds in a year. They are experts at ensuring security and privacy online for companies and individuals.
- Professor
They earn an average yearly salary of 78,000 pounds. They research and teach students in different fields.
- Dentist
They treat patients’ teeth and they are also consultants. One must have a certified degree and license to operate either for government or even in private sector. They earn an average salary of 70,000 in a year.
- Business Analyst
They earn 40,000 pounds yearly and they are responsible for analyzing results and developing solutions when a business has problems by improving procedures, systems and workflows.
- Accountant
They earn an average salary of 38,000 pounds yearly. They are responsible for helping clients with tax issues and financial accounting, they also act as financial consultants depending with one’s experience and skills in this field.
- Orthodontist
They are special dentists who have specialized in treating both the jaws and aligning the teeth. They earn an average salary of 80,000 in a year.
- Judge
They earn an average salary of 120,000 pounds in a year. They decide people’s fate in the court of law. One must be an undergraduate of LLB, a graduate diploma in law and legal practice course or bar professional training course.
- Broker
They earn an average of 100,000 in a year. They include stock brokers, insurance brokers, foreign exchange brokers etc. It requires an undergraduate degree in any business related course.
- Optometrist
They get an average salary of 47,000 pounds yearly. One need to get a degree in optometry and register with the General Optical Council.
- Geologist
They are scientists who study earth materials, processes and products. They earn an average salary of 90,000 in a year and above depending with one’s skills and experience in the field.
- Pediatrician
They treat the mental, social, physical issues in babies and teenagers. They earn an average salary of 70,000 pounds in a year.
- Actuary
They earn up to 100,000 pounds in a year, they are responsible for analyzing financial risks and giving solutions to businesses and companies.
- Human Resource Director
They receive a yearly salary of 80,000 pounds, they are responsible for overseeing every aspect of human resource department.
- Electrical Engineer
They earn an average salary of 50,000 pounds in a year. Their work is to develop and test electrical systems.
- Tax Director
They are responsible for planning, developing and implementing a company’s strategy and ensure tax returns are accurate. One must possess accounting skills to be a tax director. They earn an average salary of 50,000 pounds in a year. S
- Public Relations Director
They earn up to 40,000 pounds in a year, they are involved in developing positive public image of their clients and coordinating campaigns while organizing conferences to promote the company.
- Java Developer.
They are responsible for using Java programming language to design and develop applications and sites. They earn an average salary of 70,000 in a year.
- Enterprise Architect
They earn an average salary of 50,000 pounds in a year and above. They ensure the company is investing in suitable systems and also they are responsible for upkeep of IT networks and operations.
- Dermatologist
They annually receive a salary of 60,000 pounds and above. They are responsible for diagnosing and treating skin conditions and diseases. One must train as a medical doctor first before specializing in dermatology.
- Economist
They earn an average salary of 40,000 pounds and above. They are responsible for carrying out research and analyzing data using different mathematical models and statistical techniques.
- Plastic Surgeon
They earn up to 100,000 pounds yearly. They are responsible for carrying out constructive surgery and cosmetic surgeries. Reconstructive surgeries happen after accidents or injuries.
- Anesthesiologist
They are specialist doctors who provide anaesthetics to patients undergoing surgery or other medical treatments. They earn up to 120,000 pounds in a year.
- Pharmacy Technician
They work in online pharmacy and brick and mortar businesses are involved in dispensing and supplying pharmacy products and medicines to patients. They receive a salary of 50,000 pounds and above yearly depending with experience.
- Project Manager
They are responsible in ensuring the project schedule stays on track, and everything runs efficiently. They earn an average salary of 50,000 pounds and above.
- Life Coach
They receive an annual salary of 40,000 pounds and above. They are responsible for providing help and guidance for clients to help reach and exceed their personal and professional goals
- Product Manager
They earn up to 50,000 pounds yearly, and they are responsible for products in physical goods, digital products and financial products.
- Research Scientist
They are responsible for carrying out research work and contributing to their various scientific fields. They earn an average salary of 40,000 pounds in a year.
- Nephrologist
They are specialized doctors in treating kidney infections, failure and kidney stones. They earn an average salary of 120,000 pounds and above in a year.
- Digital Marketing Directors
They are responsible for designing, marketing strategy, planning etc. They earn an average of 45000 pounds in a year.
- Estate Agents
They are responsible for selling or renting out a property that can either be commercial or residential. They earn up to 50,000 pounds in a year.
- Nutrition Coach
They assist their clients with guidance and advice with topics relating to food and drinks. They earn up to 45,000 pounds in a year.
- Pilates Instructor
They are required to complete a level three diploma in mat Pilates which is the entry level. They earn up to 50,000 in a year.
- Police Officer
They help the country and citizens in maintaining law and order across different areas of public to prevent crime and improve the quality of life for all citizens. They earn up to 40,000 pounds annually.
- Member of Parliament
They are the representative of the people who live in their area, their prime role is to cat in the nations interest. They earn up to 100,000 pounds annually.
- Sales Manager
They are responsible for leading and guiding a team of sales individual within an organization/company. They earn up to 50,000 pounds annually.
- Air Traffic Controllers
They earn up to 100,000 pounds annually. They are responsible for guiding the aircraft as it travels using tracking system of the aircraft’s exact position.
- Plumber
They earn up to 40,000 pounds annually and they are responsible for fixing and repairing pipes.
- Nuclear Technician
They are responsible for maintaining equipment and monitoring radiation levels of nuclear power stations. They receive an average salary of 40,000 pounds annually.
- Executive Assistant
They are responsible for managing the schedules and communications of key company’s employees. They earn an average of 45,000 pounds annually.
- Strategy Manager
Their role is to review company’s/organizations and help determine their strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and threats an use the information to determine a strategy to maximize risks.
- Offshore Energy Technician’
They work for oil and gas industries and they earn an annual salary of 60,000 pounds and above.
- Security Consultant
They regularly perform threat analysis, system checks and tests. They earn up to 80,000 pounds annually.
- Computer Security Specialist
They earn an average salary of 70,000 pounds and above depending with the individual’s experience. They are responsible for improving and building security through development of software systems, networks and data centres.
