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Legal assistant salary in London

How much does a Legal Assistant make in London?

Average base salary

£37,690
32%
above national average

The average salary for a legal assistant is £37,690 per year in London. 338 salaries reported, updated at 28 June 2026

Legal Assistant job openings in London

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Private Client Legal Assistant
Hodge Jones & Allen1out of 5 stars.
London
Full-time
15 hours ago

Highest paying cities for Legal Assistants near London

  1. Lewisham
    £50,796 per year
  2. Merton
    £41,346 per year
  3. Croydon
    £40,729 per year
  4. London
    £37,690 per year
  5. Harrow
    £37,232 per year

Where can a Legal Assistant earn more?

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How much do similar professions to Legal Assistant get paid in London?

Entry Level Legal Assistant

Job openings
Average £28,025 per year

Junior Legal Assistant

Job openings
Average £33,113 per year

Senior Legal Assistant

Job openings
Average £46,379 per year