AstraZeneca Salaries (2026)
The average salary at AstraZeneca is around £62,000 across roughly 89,000 employees, with the highest-paid role on this site (Project Manager) at £68,000 median. Headquartered in Cambridge, listed on the FTSE 100, in pharmaceuticals.
AstraZeneca is listed on the FTSE 100 in pharmaceuticals, employing roughly 89,000 people globally with its headquarters in Cambridge. It operates in a science-led sector that pays a structural premium for technical depth and regulatory specialism, particularly in R&D and biostatistics.
The average salary across all UK roles at AstraZeneca is around £62,000 — a useful headline figure, but pay variation between roles is wide. The highest-paid role on this site is Software Engineer at £58,000 median (£40,000–£85,000 range). Roles further down the table earn less in absolute terms but often have shorter hours, more predictable progression and stronger pension benefits — particularly relevant when comparing total reward across employers.
Salary at AstraZeneca, like most UK employers of this scale, is set by a combination of formal pay bands (which prevent obvious within-grade discrepancies) and discretionary uplifts at hiring (which create them). The fastest way to a meaningful pay rise here, as elsewhere, tends to be promotion to the next band or a credible external offer.
Salary by role at AstraZeneca
The bands below are typical UK base salary; total compensation including bonus, equity and pension can run materially higher in senior or commission-linked roles.
| Role | Median | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | £58,000 | £40,000 – £85,000 |
| Data Analyst | £45,000 | £32,000 – £62,000 |
| Pharmacist | £55,000 | £42,000 – £72,000 |
| Project Manager | £68,000 | £48,000 – £95,000 |
Project Manager salary distribution at AstraZeneca
Take-home pay calculator · 2024/25
AstraZeneca employee
£44,719/yr · £860/wk · effective rate 27.9%
| Gross salary | £62,000 |
| Pension (5%) | −£3,100 |
| Income tax | −£10,992 |
| National Insurance | −£3,189 |
| Net take-home | £44,719 |
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Where AstraZeneca hires in the UK
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average salary at AstraZeneca?
The average salary at AstraZeneca is £62,000 per year across roughly 89,000 employees.
How much do Project Managers earn at AstraZeneca?
Project Managers at AstraZeneca earn a median of £68,000, with a typical range of £48,000–£95,000.
Where is AstraZeneca headquartered?
AstraZeneca is headquartered in Cambridge and is listed on the FTSE 100.