Solicitor jobs in Derry
Browse 10+ SRA-regulated law firms based in Derry and apply anonymously through Jobs4Law.
Current solicitor vacancies in Derry
No live vacancies in Derry today
Create a free anonymous candidate profile and we will alert you the moment a relevant solicitor role is posted in Derry or the surrounding area.
About the Derry legal market
Derry has an established base of regional and high-street firms, sitting in Londonderry as part of the wider Northern Ireland legal market. Our directory currently lists 10 SRA-regulated firms with offices in Derry or the immediate area; we surface the nearest live openings below so candidates aren't left with an empty page.
- Local market: Derry is a established town with a substantial local legal market, set within Londonderry.
- Nearest hub: Derry sits in Londonderry but draws much of its commercial legal hiring from Belfast — the closest major legal centre in Northern Ireland.
- Firm coverage: 10 SRA-regulated firms indexed in Derry so far, including ASSOCIATED NEWSPAPERS, CALDWELL & ROBINSON, DAVID COLLINS SOLICITORS LIMITED.
Law firms hiring in Derry
Local firms in Derry
…and 2 more Derry-area firms in the Jobs4Law directory.
Apply anonymously through Jobs4Law
- Browse the live solicitor vacancies above.
- Click View & apply on any role that interests you.
- Create a free anonymous candidate profile (60 seconds).
- Upload your CV — your identity stays private until you accept an interview.
- Get matched with relevant Derry solicitor roles as they are posted.
Solicitor salaries in Derry
The figures below reflect typical solicitor salary bands across the Northern Ireland legal market — the regional benchmark within which Derry firms recruit. Individual Derry roles will sit within these bands depending on firm size, practice area and the specific employer; central-Northern Ireland firms typically pay at the upper end, with smaller high-street and regional practices closer to the lower end.
| PQE / Role | Northern Ireland typical range |
|---|---|
| Newly qualified (NQ) | £35,000 – £48,000 |
| 2–4 PQE | £48,000 – £70,000 |
| 5+ PQE / Senior Associate | £70,000 – £100,000 |
| Partner / Equity Partner | £90,000 – £145,000 |
Salary bands reflect typical Northern Ireland regional ranges as of 2026. Bands are indicative — your specific offer will depend on the firm, practice area, prior PQE-relevant experience and the specific Derry role you apply to.
Northern Ireland as a legal market
Derry sits within Northern Ireland, which is a compact market centred on Belfast, with strong commercial property, banking, employment and dispute resolution work. Cross-border practice between NI and the Republic of Ireland adds an unusual dimension that few other UK markets share.
Frequently asked questions about Derry legal jobs
How many law firms are based in Derry?
Our SRA-regulated directory currently lists 10 firms with offices in Derry or the immediate area. Examples include ASSOCIATED NEWSPAPERS, CALDWELL & ROBINSON, DAVID COLLINS SOLICITORS LIMITED, DMG Events (UK) Limited. New firms are added as we expand our Londonderry coverage.
What does a solicitor earn in Derry?
Salaries in Derry typically follow the wider Northern Ireland market: roughly £35,000 – £48,000 for newly qualified solicitors, £48,000 – £70,000 at 2–4 PQE, and £70,000 – £100,000 at senior associate level. Partner earnings sit in the £90,000 – £145,000 range. Specific Derry roles vary based on firm size, practice area and the employer's position in the market.
Which practice areas hire most in Derry?
The Northern Ireland market overall is strongest in commercial, real estate, family and private client work. Derry specifically depends on the size and specialism of the firms based locally — smaller towns lean toward residential conveyancing, family and wills, while larger centres add commercial, employment and dispute resolution. Live Derry listings appear at the top of this page when openings are posted.
Do I need to live in Derry to apply?
No. Derry firms hire candidates from across Londonderry and the wider Northern Ireland market, including many candidates currently based in Belfast. Hybrid working is now standard at most firms, so as long as you can attend the office on agreed days, applying from a nearby town is normal practice.
How do I apply anonymously through Jobs4Law?
Create a free candidate profile (60 seconds), upload your CV, and apply to Derry roles with one click. Your name, current employer and contact details stay private until you accept an interview — firms see your experience, qualifications and practice-area fit, but not your identity. This protects Derry solicitors who don't want their current firm to know they are looking.
Solicitor jobs in nearby Northern Ireland towns
Candidates based in Derry regularly apply across the wider Northern Ireland legal market. Browse live vacancies in the surrounding area: