Wills, Trusts & Tax Solicitor Salary in Berkshire 2026
Salary benchmarks for wills, trusts & tax solicitors in Berkshire, 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 48 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for wills, trusts & tax solicitors in Berkshire 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) | £56,500 £45,000–£67,500 | £62,000 £49,500–£74,500 | £70,500 £56,500–£84,500 | £64,500 £52,000–£77,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £64,500 £51,500–£77,500 | £70,500 £56,500–£85,000 | £80,500 £64,500–£97,000 | £74,000 £59,000–£89,500 |
| 4-5 PQE | £75,000 £59,500–£90,500 | £82,500 £65,500–£100,000 | £94,000 £74,500–£113,000 | £86,500 £68,000–£104,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £89,000 £67,500–£110,000 | £97,500 £74,500–£121,500 | £111,500 £84,500–£137,500 | £102,000 £77,500–£126,500 |
| 8+ PQE | £100,000 £77,500–£131,500 | £110,000 £85,000–£144,500 | £120,000 £97,000–£156,000 | £115,000 £89,500–£150,500 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How wills, trusts & tax solicitor pay varies across firm types in Berkshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£56,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £45,000–£67,500
8+ PQE: up to £131,500
Regional / Mid-size
£62,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £49,500–£74,500
8+ PQE: up to £144,500
City / National
£70,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £56,500–£84,500
8+ PQE: up to £156,000
In-house
£64,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £52,000–£77,500
8+ PQE: up to £150,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Berkshire wills, trusts & tax teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,000 £25,500–£29,000 | £29,000 £27,500–£31,500 | £29,000 £27,500–£31,500 | £31,000 £29,500–£33,500 |
| 1-3 years | £28,500 £26,500–£31,000 | £31,000 £28,500–£33,500 | £31,000 £28,500–£33,500 | £33,000 £30,500–£35,500 |
| 3-5 years | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £33,000 £30,000–£36,000 | £33,000 £30,000–£36,000 | £35,000 £32,000–£38,500 |
| 5+ years | £33,000 £30,000–£37,000 | £35,500 £32,500–£40,000 | £35,500 £32,500–£40,000 | £38,000 £34,500–£42,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £27,500 £26,500–£29,000 | £27,500 £26,500–£29,000 | £29,500 £28,000–£31,000 |
| 1-3 years | £26,500 £25,000–£28,000 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,000 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,000 | £30,500 £28,500–£32,000 |
| 3-5 years | £27,500 £25,500–£29,500 | £29,500 £27,500–£32,000 | £29,500 £27,500–£32,000 | £31,500 £29,500–£34,000 |
| 5+ years | £29,500 £27,000–£33,000 | £32,000 £29,000–£35,500 | £32,000 £29,000–£35,500 | £34,000 £31,000–£38,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £37,500 £35,000–£41,500 | £40,500 £38,000–£44,500 | £40,500 £38,000–£44,500 | £43,000 £40,000–£47,500 |
| 1-3 years | £40,000 £37,000–£44,500 | £43,000 £40,000–£48,000 | £43,000 £40,000–£48,000 | £46,500 £42,500–£51,500 |
| 3-5 years | £45,000 £40,000–£50,000 | £48,500 £43,000–£54,000 | £48,500 £43,000–£54,000 | £52,000 £46,500–£57,500 |
| 5+ years | £50,000 £44,000–£59,000 | £54,000 £47,500–£63,500 | £54,000 £47,500–£63,500 | £57,500 £50,500–£67,500 |
Wills, Trusts & Tax Firms in Berkshire
Regulated wills, trusts & tax firms in Berkshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Barrett & Thomson
Slough
Benjamin H Dorman
Ascot
Berkshire Trustees Limited
Newbury
Blake Morgan LLP
Reading
Blandy & Blandy LLP
Reading
Boyes Turner LLP
Reading
Campbell Hooper & Co LLP
Sunningdale
Caversham Solicitors Limited
Reading
Charles Coleman LLP
Windsor
Charles Platel & Partners (solicitors) Limited
Also known as Cp Law Solicitors
Wokingham
Charsley Harrison LLP
Windsor
Clayton Stoke Solicitors Limited
Farnham Common
Clifton Ingram LLP
Wokingham
Dexter Montague LLP
Reading
Dickins Hopgood Chidley LLP
Hungerford
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified wills, trusts & tax solicitor in Berkshire?
A newly qualified wills, trusts & tax solicitor in Berkshire earns between £49,500 and £74,500 at a mid-size regional firm, with a typical mid-point of £62,000. City or national firms may pay significantly more.
What does a wills, trusts & tax solicitor earn at 4–5 PQE in Berkshire?
At 4 to 5 years post-qualification experience, a wills, trusts & tax solicitor in Berkshire earns between £65,500 and £100,000 at a regional firm, with a mid-point of £82,500.
How does firm size affect wills, trusts & tax solicitor salaries in Berkshire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Berkshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £56,500, while a City or national firm may pay £70,500 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 Berkshire in 2026?
Paralegal salaries in Berkshire start at around £27,500 for entry-level positions and rise to £40,000 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.