Employment Solicitor Salary in Wiltshire 2026
Salary benchmarks for employment solicitors in Wiltshire, 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 29 regulated firms in the area.
View Employment firms and jobs in Wiltshire→Qualified Solicitor Salaries
Annual salary ranges for employment solicitors in Wiltshire 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) | £45,000 £36,000–£54,000 | £48,000 £40,000–£58,000 | £60,000 £48,500–£75,500 | £50,500 £43,000–£62,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £51,500 £41,000–£62,000 | £56,000 £46,000–£67,000 | £67,500 £54,000–£87,000 | £58,500 £48,500–£72,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £60,000 £47,500–£72,500 | £65,000 £53,000–£78,000 | £79,500 £62,000–£104,500 | £68,000 £54,500–£85,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £71,000 £54,000–£88,000 | £76,000 £60,000–£94,000 | £94,500 £72,500–£125,500 | £80,000 £62,500–£102,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £80,000 £62,000–£104,500 | £90,000 £70,000–£117,500 | £114,000 £85,000–£154,500 | £95,500 £73,000–£126,500 |
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 Wiltshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£45,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £36,000–£54,000
8+ PQE: up to £104,500
Regional / Mid-size
£48,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £40,000–£58,000
8+ PQE: up to £117,500
City / National
£60,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £48,500–£75,500
8+ PQE: up to £154,500
In-house
£50,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £43,000–£62,500
8+ PQE: up to £126,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Wiltshire 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 £24,000–£27,500 | £27,000 £25,000–£29,500 | £29,500 £27,000–£33,500 | £28,000 £25,500–£31,500 |
| 1-3 years | £27,000 £25,000–£29,500 | £29,000 £26,500–£32,500 | £33,000 £29,500–£37,500 | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 |
| 3-5 years | £29,000 £26,500–£32,000 | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 | £36,000 £32,000–£42,000 | £33,500 £29,500–£38,000 |
| 5+ years | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 | £34,000 £30,500–£40,000 | £40,000 £34,500–£47,500 | £37,000 £32,500–£43,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £24,500 £23,500–£26,000 | £25,500 £24,000–£27,500 | £29,000 £26,500–£32,500 | £27,000 £25,000–£29,500 |
| 1-3 years | £25,000 £24,000–£26,500 | £27,000 £25,000–£29,500 | £31,500 £28,500–£35,500 | £29,000 £26,500–£32,500 |
| 3-5 years | £26,000 £24,500–£28,000 | £29,000 £26,500–£31,500 | £34,000 £30,500–£39,000 | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 |
| 5+ years | £28,000 £25,500–£31,500 | £31,000 £28,000–£35,000 | £38,000 £33,500–£44,500 | £34,000 £30,500–£40,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £30,000 £28,000–£33,000 | £33,000 £30,000–£37,000 | £36,000 £32,000–£41,500 | £34,000 £30,000–£39,000 |
| 1-3 years | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 | £36,000 £32,000–£40,000 | £40,500 £35,500–£47,500 | £38,000 £33,000–£44,000 |
| 3-5 years | £36,000 £32,000–£40,000 | £40,000 £35,000–£46,000 | £46,000 £38,500–£54,500 | £42,000 £36,000–£49,500 |
| 5+ years | £40,000 £35,000–£47,000 | £45,000 £38,000–£55,000 | £52,000 £43,500–£64,000 | £47,500 £40,000–£58,500 |
Employment Firms in Wiltshire
Regulated employment firms in Wiltshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Abigail Daykin Solicitors
Devizes
Awdry Law LLP
Swindon
Bower & Bailey LLP
Also known as Bower Bailey
Swindon
Buckles Solicitors LLP
Also known as Mediated Solutions, Buckles Castaldipartners
Swindon
Business Counsel Limited
Marlborough
Carter Read and Dove Solicitors LLP
Swindon
Dph Legal Limited
Also known as Dph Legal (trading Style for Dph Legal Limited), Settlement Agreement Advice
Swindon
Eric Robinson Solicitors
Marlborough
Francis George Solicitor-advocate Limited
Swindon
Gardner Leader LLP
Swindon
Goughs Lawyers LLP
Chippenham
Hine Solicitors Limited
Swindon
McCabe Law Ltd
Chippenham
Parker Bullen LLP
Also known as Parker Bullen LLP Incorporating Kirklands LLP
Salisbury
Parrabellum Associates & Solicitors
Salisbury
Showing 15 of 29 firms. See all firms in Wiltshire
Check your own salary
Use LawBoard's free salary benchmark to get a personalised benchmark for your role, experience level, and location. Create a profile to save your result and track target firms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified employment solicitor in Wiltshire?
Newly qualified employment solicitors in Wiltshire typically earn between £36,000 and £75,500 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £45,000, mid-size firms around £48,000 and City or national firms around £60,000.
What does a employment solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in Wiltshire?
At 4 to 5 PQE, employment solicitors in Wiltshire typically earn between £47,500 and £104,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £60,000, mid-size around £65,000 and City or national firms around £79,500.
How does firm size affect employment solicitor salaries in Wiltshire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Wiltshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £45,000, while a City or national firm may pay £60,000 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 Wiltshire in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in Wiltshire typically earn between £24,000 and £29,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £25,500 and mid-size firms around £27,000. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £28,500 to £40,000, with boutique firms around £31,500 and mid-size around £34,000, 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.
Related Pages
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.