Solicitor jobs in Ely
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About the Ely legal market
Ely is well-served by local firms and close enough to a major centre for daily commuting, sitting in Cambridgeshire as part of the wider East of England legal market. Our directory currently lists 27 SRA-regulated firms with offices in Ely or the immediate area; we surface the nearest live openings below so candidates aren't left with an empty page.
- Local market: Ely is a well-connected town with a mix of high-street firms and easy access to nearby legal hubs, set within Cambridgeshire.
- Nearest hub: Ely sits within easy commuting distance of Cambridge, the dominant legal centre in Cambridgeshire. Many Ely-based candidates split applications between local high-street firms and Cambridge commercial and mid-tier practices.
- Firm coverage: 27 SRA-regulated firms indexed in Ely so far, including ABELLIO TRANSPORT HOLDINGS LIMITED, Alwena Jones and Bright Ltd, BURTON WOOLF & TURK.
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Solicitor salaries in Ely
The figures below reflect typical solicitor salary bands across the East of England legal market — the regional benchmark within which Ely firms recruit. Individual Ely roles will sit within these bands depending on firm size, practice area and the specific employer; central-East of England firms typically pay at the upper end, with smaller high-street and regional practices closer to the lower end.
| PQE / Role | East of England typical range |
|---|---|
| Newly qualified (NQ) | £45,000 – £62,000 |
| 2–4 PQE | £62,000 – £85,000 |
| 5+ PQE / Senior Associate | £85,000 – £125,000 |
| Partner / Equity Partner | £115,000 – £190,000 |
Salary bands reflect typical East of England 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 Ely role you apply to.
East of England as a legal market
Ely sits within East of England, which is a quietly significant legal market shaped by Cambridge's tech and life-sciences cluster, Norwich's regional commercial firms, and the strong commuter belt feeding the City of London. Practice areas hiring most tend to be commercial, IP, real estate and private client.
Frequently asked questions about Ely legal jobs
How many law firms are based in Ely?
Our SRA-regulated directory currently lists 27 firms with offices in Ely or the immediate area. Examples include ABELLIO TRANSPORT HOLDINGS LIMITED, Alwena Jones and Bright Ltd, BURTON WOOLF & TURK, CABINET SCHERTENLEIB. New firms are added as we expand our Cambridgeshire coverage.
What does a solicitor earn in Ely?
Salaries in Ely typically follow the wider East of England market: roughly £45,000 – £62,000 for newly qualified solicitors, £62,000 – £85,000 at 2–4 PQE, and £85,000 – £125,000 at senior associate level. Partner earnings sit in the £115,000 – £190,000 range. Specific Ely roles vary based on firm size, practice area and the employer's position in the market.
Which practice areas hire most in Ely?
The East of England market overall is strongest in commercial, real estate, family and private client work. Ely 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 Ely listings appear at the top of this page when openings are posted.
Do I need to live in Ely to apply?
No. Ely firms hire candidates from across Cambridgeshire and the wider East of England market, including many candidates currently based in Cambridge. 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.
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Solicitor jobs in nearby East of England towns
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