Employment Jobs in Essex

There are 80 firms practising employment law with an office in Essex, registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority: 46 boutique or high street, 23 mid-size, and 11 large.

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Based on LawBoard market benchmarking data for Essex. These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Boutique / High Street Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£47,500
£38,000 – £56,500
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£63,000
£50,000 – £76,000
Senior (8–15 PQE)£84,000
£65,000 – £110,500

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£50,500
£42,000 – £61,000
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£68,500
£55,500 – £82,000
Senior (8–15 PQE)£94,500
£73,500 – £124,000

Non-qualified roles

These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Paralegal

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£27,000
£25,500 – £29,000
3–5 years£30,500
£28,000 – £33,500
5+ years£33,000
£30,000 – £37,000

Legal Secretary / PA

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£25,500
£24,500 – £27,000
3–5 years£27,500
£25,500 – £29,500
5+ years£29,500
£27,000 – £33,000

Employment Firms in Essex

These firms are registered with the SRA for employment in Essex. Listings are based on regulatory data, not advertising.

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Foreman Laws LLP

Also known as Hrj Foreman Laws, Railton Law

Old Harlow

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A

Adams Harrison

Saffron Walden

A

Alane Lunn Solicitor Limited

Ongar

A

Allison Solicitors

Chelmsford

A

Anp Solicitors Limited

Benfleet

A

Anthony King Solicitors Ltd

Basildon

A

Attwells Solicitors LLP

Also known as Lightfoot Westcott

Colchester

B

Baa Solicitors

Westcliff-on-sea

B

Backhouse Solicitors Ltd

Chelmsford

B

Barnes and Partners

Harlow

B

Bates Solicitors Limited

Also known as Wallis Prance, Bates Solicitors (trading Style for Bates Solicitors Limited), Crellins Carter (practising Style for Bates Solicitors Limited), Crellins Carter

Leigh-on-sea

B

Beecham Fisher Ridley

Also known as Beecham Fisher Solicitors

Southend-on-sea

B

Birketts LLP

Chelmsford

B

Bright & Sons (solicitors) Limited

Maldon

B

Btmk Solicitors Limited

Also known as Btmk Solicitors Ltd T/a Marcus Baum

Rayleigh

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many employment law firms are there in Essex?

There are 80 firms practising employment law with an office in Essex on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

What salary can I expect as a employment solicitor in Essex?

Newly qualified employment solicitors in Essex typically earn between £42,000 and £61,000, with a mid-point around £50,500. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £55,500 to £82,000.

Where does LawBoard firm data come from?

Firm listings are sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register, which lists all authorised law firms in England and Wales. Data is updated periodically.

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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.