As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Proofreading/Editing Specialist in the United Kingdom is £32,170, with an hourly rate of £15, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £27,110 to £36,220, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £27,110
50TH(Median)   £32,170
75TH   £36,220
Proofreading/Editing Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Proofreading/Editing Specialist Salary £27,110 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Proofreading/Editing Specialist Salary £32,170 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Proofreading/Editing Specialist Salary £36,220 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Proofreading/Editing Specialist Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Proofreading/Editing Specialist salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Proofreading/Editing Specialist is about £32,170 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £15, a monthly salary of about £2,681, and a weekly pay of around £619. Click the switch button below to see more details about Proofreading/Editing Specialist hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Proofreading/Editing Specialists Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Proofreading/Editing Specialist's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £28,469 - £31,415, while Intermediate make £28,696 - £31,641, Senior earn £30,660 - £33,198, Specialist earn £32,593 - £34,951, Expert can reach £32,774 - £35,132 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Proofreading/Editing Specialist £30,509
Intermediate Level Proofreading/Editing Specialist £30,660
Senior Level Proofreading/Editing Specialist £32,472
Specialist Level Proofreading/Editing Specialist £34,165
Expert Level Proofreading/Editing Specialist £34,286
£30,509 0 yr
£30,660 < 2 yrs
£32,472 2-4 yrs
£34,165 5-8 yrs
£34,286 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 5%
Intermediate Level 5%
Senior Level 1%
Specialist Level 6%
Expert Level 7%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Proofreading/Editing Specialist?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Proofreading/Editing Specialist are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £34,744 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £32,409, and Manchester pays around £30,837 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Product Specialist or Proofreading/Editing Specialist?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Product Specialist makes more than a Proofreading/Editing Specialist. A Product Specialist earns an average annual salary of £45,902. And a Proofreading/Editing Specialist earns an average annual salary of £32,170.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Product Specialist
£33,224
£57,084
Marketing Specialist
£33,362
£54,220
Investment Specialist
£74,066
£114,168
Specialist Accountant
£51,675
£76,291
Logistics Specialist
£29,329
£48,010

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