Product Management Salary Guide 2026
Overall recruitment across the Product space slowed sharply in 2025, with headcount volume increasing by just 1% in 2025, compared with 10% growth in 2024. By contrast, AI and Machine Learning Product specialisms grew significantly and are likely to continue to grow throughout 2026. This growth demonstrates the rapid adoption of AI across industries and the demand for Product Managers who can translate technical advances into market-ready solutions.
AI is beginning to reshape the responsibilities of Product Managers – automating some tasks but amplifying the importance of human insight. In 2026, the role of Product Managers will become even more critical: creating a compelling product vision, understanding nuanced customer needs, and applying human ingenuity to deliver successful products that harness AI effectively.
2026 Forecast
- Hiring demand: Stable overall, with growth of 3–4%, but AI Product roles forecast to expand by as much as 20% with adoption spreading across fintech, health tech, and enterprise SaaS.
- Skills in demand: AI/ML integration, customer-centric product design, agile product leadership.
- AI & ML Integration: AI is expected to reshape product roles, with Product Managers working closely with data and engineering teams.
- Diversity: Gender split forecast to hold near 40% female, among the most balanced in tech.
- Compensation: Base salaries to remain stable, with premiums for AI/ML-focused Product roles.
How much do Product Management professionals earn in Ireland?
| Position | Junior (1-3 yrs) | Junior (1-3 yrs) | Senior (6+ yrs) | Contract Daily Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head of Product | €110,000-130,000 | €130,000-160,000 | €700-1000 | |
| Product Manager | €80,000-90,000 | €90,000-120,000 | €500-650 | |
| Product Owner | €55,000-65,000 | €65,000-75,000 | €75,000-85,000 | €400-600 |
| Scrum Master | €55,000-70,000 | €65,000-85,000 | €80,000-100,000 | €450-650 |
| Agile Coach | €60,000-70,000 | €70,000-90,000 | €85,000-110,000 | €550-750 |
| UX Designer | €40,000-50,000 | €55,000-75,000 | €80,000-100,000 | €300-600 |
| Graphic Designer | €30,000-40,000 | €40,000-55,000 | €55,000-75,000 | €250-450 |
If you have any queries in regards to the salary survey or Project Management & Change recruitment related, contact Neil on +353 1 507 9269 or email neil.mcdonald@itsearch.ie.
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