Employment Solicitor Salary in Cambridgeshire 2026
Salary benchmarks for employment solicitors in Cambridgeshire, from newly qualified (NQ) through to 8+ PQE, broken down by firm size. Includes paralegal, legal secretary and fee earner ranges. Data is based on market benchmarking across 18 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for employment solicitors in Cambridgeshire by experience level and firm type. Mid-point figures shown; hover or expand for full range.
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newly qualified (0-1 PQE) | £43,500 £35,000–£52,000 | £48,000 £38,000–£57,500 | £54,500 £43,500–£65,000 | £49,500 £40,000–£60,000 |
| 2-3 PQE | £49,500 £39,500–£60,000 | £54,500 £43,500–£65,500 | £62,500 £49,500–£75,000 | £57,000 £45,500–£69,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £58,000 £46,000–£70,000 | £64,000 £50,500–£77,500 | £72,500 £57,500–£87,500 | £66,500 £52,500–£80,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £68,500 £52,000–£85,000 | £75,500 £57,500–£93,500 | £86,000 £65,000–£106,500 | £78,500 £60,000–£97,500 |
| 8+ PQE | £77,500 £60,000–£101,500 | £85,000 £65,500–£111,500 | £96,500 £75,000–£127,000 | £89,000 £69,000–£116,500 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How employment solicitor pay varies across firm types in Cambridgeshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£43,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £35,000–£52,000
8+ PQE: up to £101,500
Regional / Mid-size
£48,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £38,000–£57,500
8+ PQE: up to £111,500
City / National
£54,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £43,500–£65,000
8+ PQE: up to £127,000
In-house
£49,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £40,000–£60,000
8+ PQE: up to £116,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Cambridgeshire employment teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £27,000 £25,500–£29,000 | £27,000 £25,500–£29,000 | £28,500 £27,000–£31,000 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £25,000–£28,500 | £28,500 £26,500–£31,000 | £28,500 £26,500–£31,000 | £30,500 £28,000–£32,500 |
| 3-5 years | £28,000 £26,000–£31,000 | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 |
| 5+ years | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 | £33,000 £30,000–£37,000 | £33,000 £30,000–£37,000 | £35,000 £31,500–£39,000 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £27,000 £26,000–£28,500 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £25,000–£27,500 | £26,500 £25,000–£28,000 | £26,500 £25,000–£28,000 | £28,000 £26,500–£29,500 |
| 3-5 years | £26,500 £25,500–£28,000 | £27,500 £25,500–£29,500 | £27,500 £25,500–£29,500 | £29,000 £27,000–£31,500 |
| 5+ years | £27,000 £26,000–£30,500 | £29,500 £27,000–£33,000 | £29,500 £27,000–£33,000 | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £29,000 £27,000–£32,000 | £31,500 £29,000–£34,500 | £31,500 £29,000–£34,500 | £33,500 £31,000–£36,500 |
| 1-3 years | £31,000 £28,500–£34,500 | £33,500 £31,000–£37,000 | £33,500 £31,000–£37,000 | £35,500 £33,000–£39,500 |
| 3-5 years | £35,000 £31,000–£38,500 | £37,500 £33,500–£41,500 | £37,500 £33,500–£41,500 | £40,000 £35,500–£44,500 |
| 5+ years | £38,500 £34,000–£45,500 | £41,500 £36,500–£49,000 | £41,500 £36,500–£49,000 | £44,500 £39,000–£52,000 |
Employment Firms in Cambridgeshire
Regulated employment firms in Cambridgeshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Adams Harrison
Cambridge
Adlams LLP
St. Neots
Birketts LLP
Cambridge
Bowser Ollard & Bentley Limited
Also known as Bowsers (practising Style for Bowser Ollard & Bentley Ltd)
Wisbech
Bridge Trustees Limited
Cambridge
Buckles Solicitors LLP
Also known as Mediated Solutions, Buckles Castaldipartners
Peterborough
Chapple & Co
March
Eversheds Sutherland (international) LLP
Also known as Eversheds Sutherland (international) LLP (abu Dhabi Branch), Eversheds Sutherland (international) LLP (dubai Branch), Konexo, Eversheds Sutherland, Eversheds Sutherland (international) LLP (qatar Branch), Eversheds Sutherlands (international) LLP (beijing Representative Office), Eversheds Sutherlands (international) LLP (shanghai Representative Office), Konexo Uk
Cambridge
Hegarty LLP
Peterborough
Imr Solicitors
Cambridge
Melanie Best Employment Lawyer
Cambridge
Mills & Reeve LLP
Cambridge
Serjeant & Son
Huntingdon
Smith May Solicitors LLP
Cambridge
Thomson Webb & Corfield LLP
Cambridge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified employment solicitor in Cambridgeshire?
A newly qualified employment solicitor in Cambridgeshire earns between £38,000 and £57,500 at a mid-size regional firm, with a typical mid-point of £48,000. City or national firms may pay significantly more.
What does a employment solicitor earn at 4–5 PQE in Cambridgeshire?
At 4 to 5 years post-qualification experience, a employment solicitor in Cambridgeshire earns between £50,500 and £77,500 at a regional firm, with a mid-point of £64,000.
How does firm size affect employment solicitor salaries in Cambridgeshire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Cambridgeshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £43,500, while a City or national firm may pay £54,500 or more. The premium widens at senior levels, where large firms can pay substantially above regional norms.
What is the salary for a paralegal in Cambridgeshire in 2026?
Paralegal salaries in Cambridgeshire start at around £25,500 for entry-level positions and rise to £37,000 or more with 5+ years of experience, based on 2026 benchmarking data.
Where does LawBoard salary data come from?
LawBoard salary benchmarks are derived from market data covering law firms registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Figures are adjusted for region and practice area using established market multipliers. They represent typical ranges for guidance only and are updated periodically.
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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only and are not specific to any individual firm. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.