Solicitor jobs in Macclesfield
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About the Macclesfield legal market
Macclesfield combines a base of high-street firms with strong commuter links to nearby legal hubs, sitting in Cheshire as part of the wider North West legal market. Our directory currently lists 32 SRA-regulated firms with offices in Macclesfield or the immediate area; we surface the nearest live openings below so candidates aren't left with an empty page.
- Local market: Macclesfield is a well-connected town with a mix of high-street firms and easy access to nearby legal hubs, set within Cheshire.
- Nearest hub: Beyond Macclesfield's own high-street market, the nearest large concentration of legal employers is Manchester, which a significant proportion of Macclesfield solicitors target for commercial and mid-tier work.
- Firm coverage: 32 SRA-regulated firms indexed in Macclesfield so far, including A D FIRTH & CO, AB Sciex UK Limited, ABOUDI BRADLEY & CO.
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Solicitor salaries in Macclesfield
The figures below reflect typical solicitor salary bands across the North West legal market — the regional benchmark within which Macclesfield firms recruit. Individual Macclesfield roles will sit within these bands depending on firm size, practice area and the specific employer; central-North West firms typically pay at the upper end, with smaller high-street and regional practices closer to the lower end.
| PQE / Role | North West typical range |
|---|---|
| Newly qualified (NQ) | £45,000 – £65,000 |
| 2–4 PQE | £62,000 – £90,000 |
| 5+ PQE / Senior Associate | £90,000 – £130,000 |
| Partner / Equity Partner | £115,000 – £190,000 |
Salary bands reflect typical North West 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 Macclesfield role you apply to.
North West as a legal market
Macclesfield sits within North West, which is anchored by Manchester and Liverpool — Manchester now ranks as the UK's largest legal market outside London, with Magic Circle satellites and a deep bench of national and international firms across commercial, banking, real estate and dispute resolution work.
Frequently asked questions about Macclesfield legal jobs
How many law firms are based in Macclesfield?
Our SRA-regulated directory currently lists 32 firms with offices in Macclesfield or the immediate area. Examples include A D FIRTH & CO, AB Sciex UK Limited, ABOUDI BRADLEY & CO, BENNETTS. New firms are added as we expand our Cheshire coverage.
What does a solicitor earn in Macclesfield?
Salaries in Macclesfield typically follow the wider North West market: roughly £45,000 – £65,000 for newly qualified solicitors, £62,000 – £90,000 at 2–4 PQE, and £90,000 – £130,000 at senior associate level. Partner earnings sit in the £115,000 – £190,000 range. Specific Macclesfield roles vary based on firm size, practice area and the employer's position in the market.
Which practice areas hire most in Macclesfield?
The North West market overall is strongest in commercial, real estate, family and private client work. Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield listings appear at the top of this page when openings are posted.
Do I need to live in Macclesfield to apply?
No. Macclesfield firms hire candidates from across Cheshire and the wider North West market, including many candidates currently based in Manchester. 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 North West towns
Candidates based in Macclesfield regularly apply across the wider North West legal market. Browse live vacancies in the surrounding area: