Great work but poor salary - Associate Solicitor Simpson Millar Employee Review

4.0
16 Jul 2022
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Pros

Really interesting work and flexibility to work from home a lot. Lovely colleagues.

Cons

No annual salary increase and no pay rise despite promotion. Bonuses are really difficult to secure for legal aid work.

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3.0
7 May 2026
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Pros

Friendly, supportive team with a great culture Approachable management and team leaders Good opportunities for career progression Senior management have recently been making an effort to listen to employees and make improvements, but progress is extremely slow

Cons

Salaries are very low for the market, and salary increases are tiny They struggle with retention so there is a high turnover of colleagues Terrible IT

5.0
6 Mar 2026
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Pros

Still early days for me at Simpson Millar but thoroughly enjoyed the role so far. High quality cases, lovely staff, good pay and remote working.

Cons

None so far I am pleased to say!

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