Social Welfare Jobs in Essex

There are 5 regulated social welfare law firms in Essex registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. This page lists the firms, regional salary benchmarks, and open roles.

Salary Benchmarks

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)£35,000
£28,000 – £42,000
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£48,000
£38,000 – £58,000
Senior (8–15 PQE)£65,000
£50,000 – £85,000

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£45,000
£35,000 – £55,000
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£58,000
£48,000 – £72,000
Senior (8–15 PQE)£80,000
£65,000 – £105,000

Non-qualified roles

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

Paralegal

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£24,000
£21,000 – £27,000
3–5 years£30,000
£26,000 – £34,000
5+ years£32,000
£28,000 – £38,000

Legal Secretary / PA

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£26,000
£24,000 – £29,000
3–5 years£30,000
£27,000 – £35,000
5+ years£33,000
£29,000 – £38,000

Social Welfare Firms in Essex

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

B

B a Chappell & Co

Chelmsford

B

Birketts LLP

Chelmsford

E

Edwards Duthie Shamash

Ilford

M

Maxim Solicitors Limited

Ilford

P

Pinney Talfourd LLP

Upminster

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many social welfare law firms are there in Essex?

There are 5 regulated social welfare law firms in Essex on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

What salary can I expect as a social welfare solicitor in Essex?

Newly qualified social welfare solicitors in Essex typically earn between £35,000 and £55,000, with a mid-point around £45,000. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £48,000 to £72,000.

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.