Landlord & Tenant Solicitor Salary in Surrey 2026
Salary benchmarks for landlord & tenant solicitors in Surrey, 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 56 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for landlord & tenant solicitors in Surrey 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) | £46,500 £37,000–£55,500 | £49,500 £41,000–£59,500 | £64,500 £52,000–£81,500 | £54,000 £45,500–£66,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £53,000 £42,000–£64,000 | £57,500 £47,500–£69,000 | £73,000 £58,500–£94,000 | £62,500 £52,000–£77,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £61,500 £49,000–£74,500 | £67,000 £54,500–£80,500 | £85,500 £66,500–£112,500 | £73,000 £58,000–£91,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £73,000 £55,500–£90,500 | £78,000 £61,500–£96,500 | £102,000 £78,000–£135,500 | £85,000 £66,500–£109,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £82,500 £64,000–£108,000 | £92,500 £72,000–£121,500 | £123,000 £92,000–£167,000 | £102,000 £78,000–£135,000 |
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 Surrey. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£46,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £37,000–£55,500
8+ PQE: up to £108,000
Regional / Mid-size
£49,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £41,000–£59,500
8+ PQE: up to £121,500
City / National
£64,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £52,000–£81,500
8+ PQE: up to £167,000
In-house
£54,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £45,500–£66,500
8+ PQE: up to £135,000
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Surrey 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 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 | £32,500 £30,000–£37,000 | £31,000 £28,500–£34,500 |
| 1-3 years | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 | £36,000 £32,500–£41,500 | £33,500 £30,500–£38,000 |
| 3-5 years | £32,000 £29,500–£35,000 | £34,500 £31,500–£39,000 | £40,000 £35,000–£46,000 | £37,000 £32,500–£42,000 |
| 5+ years | £34,500 £31,500–£39,000 | £38,000 £33,500–£44,000 | £44,000 £38,500–£52,500 | £41,000 £35,500–£48,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,000 £25,500–£28,500 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 |
| 1-3 years | £28,000 £26,500–£29,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 | £34,500 £31,500–£39,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 |
| 3-5 years | £29,000 £27,000–£31,000 | £32,000 £29,500–£34,500 | £38,000 £33,500–£43,000 | £34,500 £31,500–£39,000 |
| 5+ years | £31,000 £28,500–£34,500 | £34,000 £31,000–£39,000 | £38,500 £34,000–£45,000 | £38,000 £33,500–£44,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £31,000 £29,000–£34,000 | £34,000 £31,000–£38,000 | £39,000 £34,500–£45,000 | £36,500 £32,000–£41,500 |
| 1-3 years | £33,000 £30,500–£36,500 | £37,000 £33,000–£41,000 | £44,000 £38,000–£51,000 | £40,500 £35,500–£47,000 |
| 3-5 years | £37,000 £33,000–£41,000 | £41,000 £36,000–£47,500 | £49,500 £41,500–£59,000 | £44,500 £38,500–£53,000 |
| 5+ years | £41,000 £36,000–£48,500 | £46,500 £39,000–£56,500 | £56,500 £47,000–£69,000 | £51,000 £42,500–£62,500 |
Landlord & Tenant Firms in Surrey
Regulated landlord & tenant firms in Surrey on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Burley Geach Solicitors LLP
Haslemere
360 Law Services Limited
Lightwater
Artington Services Limited
Also known as Artington Legal
Woking
Audley Chaucer Limited
Esher
Baldwin & Robinson Limited
Oxted
Bates Solicitors Limited
Also known as Wallis Prance, Bates Solicitors (trading Style for Bates Solicitors Limited), Crellins Carter (practising Style for Bates Solicitors Limited), Crellins Carter
Weybridge
Brett Holt Solicitors
Epsom
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
Doha
Charles Russell Speechlys Trustees (uk) Limited
Guildford
Charles Russell Speechlys Trustees Limited
Guildford
Clifton Ingram LLP
Farnham
Clyde & Co LLP
Also known as Clyde & Co (practising As Clyde & Co Llp)
Guildford
Coleman & Betts
Leatherhead
David Isaacs
Also known as Mylegalcase
Redhill
Dmh Stallard LLP
Also known as Brookman Solicitors
Guildford
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitor in Surrey?
Newly qualified landlord & tenant solicitors in Surrey typically earn between £37,000 and £81,500 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £46,500, mid-size firms around £49,500 and City or national firms around £64,500.
What does a landlord & tenant solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in Surrey?
At 4 to 5 PQE, landlord & tenant solicitors in Surrey typically earn between £49,000 and £112,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £61,500, mid-size around £67,000 and City or national firms around £85,500.
How does firm size affect landlord & tenant solicitor salaries in Surrey?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Surrey, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £46,500, while a City or national firm may pay £64,500 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 Surrey in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in Surrey typically earn between £27,000 and £32,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £28,500 and mid-size firms around £30,000. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £31,500 to £44,000, with boutique firms around £34,500 and mid-size around £38,000, 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.