Average Associate Lawyer salary in the UK

The Electoral Commission are looking for a Senior Lawyer to join their team. Location: London, EC1Y 8YZ, Cardiff, CF10 3BD, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ or Belfast, BT1 3FG Salary: £71,654 per annum plus London weighting allowance of £3,217 Job Type: Full Time, Permanent, Hybrid Closing Date: 8th July 2025 About Us: The Electoral Commission is the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. We’re here to ensure the UK’s elections are well-run and the public have confidence in democratic processes. Senior Lawyer- The Role: The post-holder will manage a team of legal staff, hold a personal portfolio of complex matters, and supervise the provision of a wide range of legal advice to all parts of the Commission. Senior Lawyer- Key Responsibilities: - To be responsible for the line management of a team of legal staff and the supervision of legal advice - To hold one or more lead responsibilities for the delivery of the legal service - To contribute to the delivery an effective legal service and to the continuous improvement of the service - To provide and supervise the provision of high-quality legal advice to the Commission and its staff - To ensure that legal advice includes options for the Commission, where appropriate, and exposes the risks associated with courses of action - To provide a client-focused legal service that meet the needs of the individuals Senior Lawyer- You: - Fully entitled to practice in England and Wales under the rules of the Law Society or Bar Council - Substantial experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation, administrative and public law and ideally some knowledge of legislative drafting or implementation, and litigation - Experience of managing staff performance to deliver a high-quality service - Experience of advising senior decision makers and assisting them in reaching sound decisions - Strong legal analytical skills, sound public law knowledge base, and the ability confidently and effectively to interpret and apply new and complex legislation Senior Lawyer- Benefits: - A culture of flexible working, such as flexi scheme, homeworking and compressed hours - Automatic enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution of 28.97% - A working from home allowance of £312 per annum is paid as a tax free working from home allowance - A minimum of 28 days of paid annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays increasing up to a maximum of 30 days after 4 years - An extensive range of learning & professional development opportunities, which all staff are actively encouraged to pursue - Eye care vouchers, Ride 2 Work and an opportunity to sell up to 5 days annual leave at the end of the annual leave period - A hybrid office/home based working model where staff will spend a norm of 40% of their time in the office Application Process: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and offer opportunities for growth through learning and development. To support our anonymous recruitment process, please remove all personal identifiers (e.g. name, age, ethnicity) from your application. Your statement should also be anonymous and clearly outline how your skills and experience meet the job criteria and person specification. Closing date: 08 July 2025 at 23:59. To submit your application for this Senior Lawyer click 'Apply’ now!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate to join a highly regarded legal practice based in Southampton, working within their Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised property litigation team. This Associate role focuses on resolving high-value and complex disputes involving commercial and residential property, offering exposure to a diverse caseload alongside outstanding career progression opportunities. As an Associate, you will become part of a growing and collaborative team led by ex-City lawyers, who bring City-level expertise to the South Coast. The successful Associate will take ownership of a broad range of property-related disputes while supporting junior team members and working closely with colleagues across the firm. With partnership support and mentoring readily available, this is a chance to thrive in a people-focused firm offering both structure and autonomy. The Associate's role The Associate will manage a varied caseload involving both commercial and residential property disputes. Matters may include landlord and tenant disputes, breaches of covenant, development issues, boundaries and rights of way. There is also scope to assist on more complex and high-value litigation handled at partner and senior associate level. In addition to running your own files, you will provide supervision and guidance to trainees and junior solicitors, playing an integral part in the overall strength of the team. This position offers a rare chance to work at a strategic level on intricate property litigation cases, while enjoying the culture and flexibility of a progressive regional firm. The Associate Will ideally have: Between 0 - 5 years PQE (or equivalent), confident managing their own mattersExperience in property litigation as a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal ExecutiveComfortable advising on both residential and commercial property disputesClear communicator with excellent drafting skills and commercial awarenessCommitted to client service and interested in long-term professional growthBased within a commutable distance to Southampton In Return? Competitive salary £50,000 - £65,00028 days' annual leave, private medical cover, income protection, life assuranceGenerous pension scheme and discretionary bonusStrong prospects for promotion, including future partnershipFlexible and supportive working environment with quality mentoring If this job sounds ideal for you or you have any further questions please do not hesitate to get in touch.

As part of a top-ranked team, the successful candidate will advise on a wide range of antitrust and competition law matters, including: Merger control (UK and EU)Cartel investigationsAbuse of dominance and market power issuesPrivate damages actionsRegulatory advice under the UK's National Security and Investment Act You'll work alongside a close-knit team of over 45 antitrust lawyers across the UK, US, Brussels, France, and Germany, each with a deep focus on competition law and up-to-date knowledge of enforcement trends, policy changes, and complex case law. Key Responsibilities: Handling matters before the European Commission and UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)Advising multinational clients across industries including technology, telecommunications, energy, healthcare, consumer goods, and defenceSupporting complex cross-border transactions and investigationsDelivering commercial, strategic advice on high-stakes regulatory issues Ideal Candidate Profile: 2 - 4 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) as a competition/antitrust lawyerQualified in England & WalesStrong academic background with a high level of technical abilityExperience from a top-tier law firm with exposure to UK and EU competition lawStrong written and verbal communication skills, with native-level EnglishAbility to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, international environment Why Apply? Join an award-winning antitrust practice with global visibilityWork with household-name clients such as MicrosoftGain exposure to complex, cross-border matters from day oneCollaborate with a market-leading team and receive excellent career supportBe part of a firm that advises 40 of the Fortune 100 and over 200 private equity and investment firms