Landlord & Tenant Solicitor Salary in South Yorkshire 2026
Salary benchmarks for landlord & tenant solicitors in South 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 35 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for landlord & tenant solicitors in South Yorkshire 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) | £43,000 £34,000–£51,500 | £45,500 £38,000–£55,000 | £59,500 £48,000–£75,000 | £50,000 £42,500–£61,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £49,000 £39,000–£59,000 | £53,000 £43,500–£63,500 | £67,500 £54,000–£86,500 | £57,500 £48,000–£71,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £57,000 £45,000–£69,000 | £62,000 £50,500–£74,000 | £79,000 £61,500–£104,000 | £67,000 £54,000–£84,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £67,500 £51,500–£83,500 | £72,000 £57,000–£89,500 | £94,500 £72,000–£125,000 | £78,500 £61,500–£101,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £76,000 £59,000–£100,000 | £85,500 £66,500–£112,000 | £113,500 £85,000–£154,000 | £94,000 £72,000–£125,000 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How landlord & tenant solicitor pay varies across firm types in South Yorkshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£43,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £34,000–£51,500
8+ PQE: up to £100,000
Regional / Mid-size
£45,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £38,000–£55,000
8+ PQE: up to £112,000
City / National
£59,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £48,000–£75,000
8+ PQE: up to £154,000
In-house
£50,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £42,500–£61,500
8+ PQE: up to £125,000
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in South Yorkshire landlord & tenant teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-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
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-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
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £28,500 £26,500–£31,500 | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 | £36,000 £32,000–£41,500 | £33,500 £30,000–£38,500 |
| 1-3 years | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £34,000 £30,500–£38,000 | £40,500 £35,000–£47,000 | £37,500 £32,500–£43,000 |
| 3-5 years | £34,000 £30,500–£38,000 | £38,000 £33,500–£43,500 | £46,000 £38,500–£54,500 | £41,500 £35,500–£49,000 |
| 5+ years | £38,000 £33,500–£44,500 | £43,000 £36,000–£52,500 | £52,000 £43,500–£63,500 | £47,000 £39,500–£57,500 |
Landlord & Tenant Firms in South Yorkshire
Regulated landlord & tenant firms in South Yorkshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Athi Law LLP
Sheffield
Banner Jones Limited
Also known as Banner Jones Legal Costing Services
Sheffield
Best Solicitors Limited
Sheffield
Brm Law Limited
Sheffield
Bury & Walkers LLP
Barnsley
Callidus Law Limited
Mexborough
Conquest Law Ltd
Rotherham
Dawson and Burgess
Also known as Kenyon Son & Craddock
Doncaster
Dla Piper Uk LLP
Sheffield
Freeths LLP
Sheffield
Hattersleys
Mexborough
Holden & Co LLP
Barnsley
Howells Solicitors Limited
Sheffield
Injury Law Chambers Limited
Doncaster
Jones Solicitors LLP
Doncaster
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitor in South Yorkshire?
Newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitors in South Yorkshire typically earn between £34,000 and £75,000 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £43,000, mid-size firms around £45,500 and City or national firms around £59,500.
What does a landlord & tenant solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in South Yorkshire?
At 4 to 5 PQE, landlord & tenant solicitors in South Yorkshire typically earn between £45,000 and £104,000 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £57,000, mid-size around £62,000 and City or national firms around £79,000.
How does firm size affect landlord & tenant solicitor salaries in South Yorkshire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in South Yorkshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £43,000, while a City or national firm may pay £59,500 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 South Yorkshire in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in South 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.
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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.