Are You Being Underpaid and Not Even Realising It?
A few years ago, Sam had just accepted a mid-level software engineering role in Manchester. The job felt right, the team seemed great, and the salary £45,000 looked decent. But a few months in, he discovered a new hire with less experience was making £10,000 more. What changed? The market.
This isn’t a rare story in today’s fast-moving job landscape. In 2025, salaries are evolving fast driven by industry disruption, skills shortages, and the shift toward hybrid and remote-first work. Many professionals across the UK are earning below their market value simply because they haven’t kept up with the data.
At Resource Provider Ltd, we believe knowledge is power especially when it comes to your pay. So we’ve gathered the latest industry insights and salary benchmarks to help you understand what you should be earning right now, across every major sector in the UK.
Tech and IT: Beyond the Code, Big Money in Problem-Solving
Tech continues to lead salary growth across the UK not just for coders, but for professionals who can bridge business, product, and customer needs.
Think of roles like technical product managers or cybersecurity leads. These positions now command £60k–£85k because they’re not just executing they’re solving company-wide problems in real time.
In fact, some developers who were earning £55k last year are now seeing offers close to £70k, just by learning tools like AI APIs or improving cloud experience.
Software Developer (Mid-Level): £50,000 – £65,000
Cybersecurity Analyst: £60,000 – £85,000
DevOps Engineer: £65,000 – £90,000
Data Engineer: £55,000 – £75,000
Finance and Accounting: Strategic Thinkers in High Demand
Gone are the days when finance was just about numbers. In 2025, companies are desperate for professionals who can help drive growth and guide smarter decision-making.
A finance business partner or qualified accountant with strong commercial insight can now earn upwards of £80,000 in London. Even regional employers are upping their offers to compete especially for those who can blend finance with data analysis or ERP systems.
Financial Analyst: £48,000 – £65,000
Qualified Accountant: £55,000 – £75,000
Finance Business Partner: £60,000 – £85,000
Healthcare and Life Sciences: Quiet Pay Growth, Big Impact Roles
The healthcare industry doesn’t always make headlines for high salaries but 2025 tells a different story. With talent shortages in mental health, diagnostics, and specialised care, pay is slowly rising in both public and private sectors.
Private healthcare providers and pharma firms are also pushing up pay for research and diagnostics professionals especially in London, Cambridge, and Oxford.
Registered Nurse: £32,000 – £45,000
Clinical Research Associate: £38,000 – £60,000
Pharmacist: £45,000 – £58,000
NHS Consultant: £90,000 – £120,000+
Engineering and Construction: Green Skills are Gold Right Now
If you’ve gained any experience in green energy, transport infrastructure, or sustainability-focused construction, your skills are highly marketable in 2025.
We’re seeing renewable energy engineers with only 3–5 years of experience command salaries above £65,000. Smart cities and net-zero housing initiatives are also fuelling a rise in civil and project engineering roles.
Civil Engineer: £42,000 – £60,000
Project Manager (Construction): £55,000 – £75,000
Renewable Energy Engineer: £50,000 – £70,000
Marketing and Creative: Digital Strategy Pays Off
Not all marketing roles are created equal. In 2025, traditional brand or print roles may see stagnant pay, while performance marketers, content leads, and UX designers are earning significantly more especially if they have experience working in cross-functional or growth-focused teams.
Digital Marketing Manager: £45,000 – £65,000
UX Designer: £50,000 – £70,000
Content Strategist: £40,000 – £55,000
SEO Lead: £50,000 – £68,000
Public Sector and Education: Incentives Are Rising
While base salaries in the public sector may not rival private industry, new bonuses and flexible work options are improving overall compensation. Some regions are also offering relocation grants and retention schemes for teachers, social workers, and NHS staff.
Secondary Teacher: £42,000 – £55,000
Social Worker: £35,000 – £48,000
Local Council Manager: £45,000 – £60,000
Retail and Hospitality: Pay Is Catching Up to Responsibility
Retail and hospitality workers often bear the brunt of demanding, fast-paced work and in 2025, employers are finally starting to reward that. Pay for team leads, store managers, and hospitality operations roles is seeing a modest but steady increase, especially in London and high-tourism areas.
Store Manager: £40,000 – £55,000
Head Chef: £38,000 – £50,000
Hotel Operations Manager: £45,000 – £60,000
E-commerce Lead: £45,000 – £65,000
What’s Really Driving These Salary Trends?
Salaries in 2025 aren’t just responding to inflation they’re evolving with the market
AI and automation are changing how roles are valued
Hybrid work is levelling out geographic pay differences
The rise of the green economy is pushing up demand in climate-focused roles
Candidates are more informed and more willing to walk away
Final Thought: Don’t Wait for a Recruiter to Tell You Your Value
Whether you’re just starting out or deep into your career, it’s worth taking a moment to ask: Am I being paid what I’m worth in 2025
If the answer is “I don’t know,” then it’s time to change that. At Resource Provider Ltd, we help professionals across the UK benchmark their pay, plan their next move, and negotiate with confidence. Because no one should be the last to know what their work is worth