Salary Rules for Solicitors

Official 2026 salary requirements for SOC Code 2411 under the Skilled Worker route.

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Updated for 2026

Standard Rate

£55,000

The minimum salary required for experienced workers in this occupation code.

New Entrant Rate

£38,500

For students, graduates, and those under 26. This is the 70% threshold.

Occupation Details

Solicitors (SOC 2411) is eligible for UK Skilled Worker sponsorship. Under 2026 immigration rules, the salary offered must meet the thresholds shown above. Employers must hold a valid Home Office sponsor licence to hire on this route.

Who qualifies as a New Entrant?

International students switching from a Student Visa.
Graduate Visa holders.
Anyone under the age of 26 at the time of application.
Postdoctoral researchers in certain fields.

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SOC 2411

Employment Solicitor

ENLEssex, Eastern England

£75,000 - £95,000 per annum

Senior Contracts Solicitor

Service Care SolutionsNorthampton, Northamptonshire

£104,000 - £114,400 per annum

Private Client Solicitor (Partner)

ENLCheshire, North West England

£46,348 per annum

Family Solicitor

ENLStafford, Staffordshire

£40,000 - £60,000 per annum

Residential Property Solicitor

ENLWest Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber

£41,341 per annum

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