Description
Private Client Solicitor | Well Connected L500 London Boutique
A growing and highly regarded London law firm is looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its established non contentious private client team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior private client lawyer seeking high quality work, strong long term prospects, and a genuinely supportive working culture.
Working closely with senior members of the team, you will handle a broad and varied caseload with a particular emphasis on probate and estate administration, while also playing a key role in supervising junior colleagues and supporting the continued growth of the department.
The Role
This position offers exposure to a wide range of private client matters including wills, probate, estate administration, inheritance tax matters, and related advisory work. The successful candidate will work directly with clients, manage matters from instruction through to completion, and contribute to maintaining the high standards of client service for which the firm is known.
You will also support and mentor trainee solicitors and paralegals, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to take on greater responsibility within a collaborative and team focused environment.
Alongside fee earning work, there will be opportunities to contribute to networking, marketing, and broader business development initiatives as the department continues to expand.
The Candidate
The firm is seeking a solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE in private client work and strong technical experience across wills, probate, estate administration, and inheritance tax matters.
You should have excellent communication and organisational skills, a proactive approach to client care, and the ability to manage a varied caseload efficiently. Previous supervisory experience would be highly advantageous, alongside a genuine interest in supporting junior colleagues and contributing to team development.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy but supportive environment and be looking for a long term opportunity within a progressive and people focused firm.
The Firm & Benefits
This is an exciting opportunity to join a modern and expanding London practice with a strong reputation for both its legal work and internal culture. The firm places real emphasis on employee wellbeing, development, and retention, offering a friendly and collaborative environment where people are encouraged to grow professionally.
Benefits include:
• Competitive target related bonus structure
• 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and additional time over Christmas and New Year
• Group life assurance cover
• Extensive wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Regular team socials and annual subsidised trips
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A genuinely welcoming and supportive culture with clear opportunities for progression
This role would suit a solicitor looking to combine high quality private client work with a positive working environment and strong long term career prospects.
Get in touch!
07932465567
leon.sokell@qedlegal.com