Immigration Solicitor Salary in East Riding of Yorkshire 2026

Salary benchmarks for immigration solicitors in East Riding of Yorkshire, 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 5 regulated firms in the area.

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Qualified Solicitor Salaries

Annual salary ranges for immigration solicitors in East Riding of Yorkshire by experience level and firm type. Mid-point figures shown; hover or expand for full range.

ExperienceHigh Street / BoutiqueRegional / Mid-sizeCity / NationalIn-house
Newly qualified (0-1 PQE)£39,500
£31,500£47,000
£42,000
£35,000£50,500
£58,000
£47,000£73,000
£48,000
£40,500£59,000
2-3 PQE£45,000
£36,000£54,000
£49,000
£40,000£58,500
£65,500
£52,500£84,000
£55,500
£46,000£68,000
4-5 PQE£52,500
£41,500£63,500
£56,500
£46,500£68,000
£77,000
£60,000£101,000
£64,500
£51,500£81,000
6-8 PQE£62,000
£47,000£77,000
£66,500
£52,500£82,000
£91,500
£70,000£121,500
£75,500
£59,000£97,000
8+ PQE£70,000
£54,000£91,500
£78,500
£61,000£103,000
£110,500
£82,500£150,000
£90,500
£69,000£120,000

Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.

Salary by Firm Size

How immigration solicitor pay varies across firm types in East Riding of Yorkshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.

High Street / Boutique

£39,500

NQ (typical)

Range: £31,500£47,000

8+ PQE: up to £91,500

Regional / Mid-size

£42,000

NQ (typical)

Range: £35,000£50,500

8+ PQE: up to £103,000

City / National

£58,000

NQ (typical)

Range: £47,000£73,000

8+ PQE: up to £150,000

In-house

£48,000

NQ (typical)

Range: £40,500£59,000

8+ PQE: up to £120,000

Non-qualified Roles

Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in East Riding of Yorkshire immigration teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.

Paralegal

ExperienceHigh Street / BoutiqueRegional / Mid-sizeCity / NationalIn-house
Less than 1 year£26,000
£24,500£28,000
£27,500
£25,500£30,000
£30,000
£27,500£34,000
£28,500
£26,000£32,000
1-3 years£27,500
£25,500£30,000
£29,500
£27,000£33,000
£33,500
£30,000£38,500
£31,000
£28,000£35,000
3-5 years£29,500
£27,000£32,500
£32,000
£29,000£36,000
£37,000
£32,500£42,500
£34,000
£30,000£39,000
5+ years£32,000
£29,000£36,000
£35,000
£31,000£40,500
£40,500
£35,500£48,500
£38,000
£33,000£44,500

Legal Secretary / PA

ExperienceHigh Street / BoutiqueRegional / Mid-sizeCity / NationalIn-house
Less than 1 year£25,000
£24,000£26,500
£26,000
£24,500£28,000
£29,500
£27,000£33,000
£27,500
£25,500£30,000
1-3 years£25,500
£24,500£27,000
£27,500
£25,500£30,000
£32,000
£29,000£36,500
£29,500
£27,000£33,000
3-5 years£26,500
£25,000£28,500
£29,500
£27,000£32,000
£35,000
£31,000£40,000
£32,000
£29,000£36,000
5+ years£28,500
£26,000£32,000
£31,500
£28,500£36,000
£38,000
£33,000£44,500
£35,000
£31,000£40,500

Fee Earner / Legal Executive

ExperienceHigh Street / BoutiqueRegional / Mid-sizeCity / NationalIn-house
Less than 1 year£26,000
£24,500£29,000
£29,000
£26,000£32,500
£35,000
£31,000£40,500
£32,500
£28,500£37,000
1-3 years£28,000
£26,000£31,000
£31,500
£28,000£35,000
£39,500
£34,000£46,000
£36,000
£31,500£41,500
3-5 years£31,500
£28,000£35,000
£35,000
£30,500£40,000
£44,500
£37,500£53,000
£39,500
£34,000£47,000
5+ years£35,000
£30,500£41,000
£39,500
£33,000£48,000
£50,500
£42,000£62,000
£45,000
£38,000£55,500

Immigration Firms in East Riding of Yorkshire

Regulated immigration firms in East Riding of Yorkshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for a newly qualified immigration solicitor in East Riding of Yorkshire?

Newly qualified immigration solicitors in East Riding of Yorkshire typically earn between £31,500 and £50,500 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £39,500 and mid-size firms around £42,000.

What does a immigration solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in East Riding of Yorkshire?

At 4 to 5 PQE, immigration solicitors in East Riding of Yorkshire typically earn between £41,500 and £68,000 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £52,500 and mid-size around £56,500.

How does firm size affect immigration solicitor salaries in East Riding of Yorkshire?

Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in East Riding of Yorkshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £39,500, while a City or national firm may pay £58,000 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 East Riding of Yorkshire in 2026?

Entry-level paralegals in East Riding of Yorkshire typically earn between £24,500 and £30,000 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £26,000 and mid-size firms around £27,500. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £29,000 to £40,500, with boutique firms around £32,000 and mid-size around £35,000, 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.

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.