Salaried Partner - Private Client
Location: Reading
Salary: £70,000 - 80,000 Base (DOE)

A highly regarded law firm in Reading is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join as a Salaried Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior lawyer to take step into a leadership role, managing high value and complex private client matters while playing a key role in the department’s strategic growth.
 

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £70,000 - 80,000 depending on experience.
• A senior leadership role within a well-established and respected firm.
• The opportunity to shape the future direction of the private client department.
• Hybrid working options and a supportive, professional environment.

The Role:

• Handling a broad range of private client matters, including wills, trusts, estate administration, inheritance tax planning, and powers of attorney.
• Acting for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and families, providing tailored estate planning and asset protection solutions.
• Leading and mentoring a team of solicitors and legal professionals within the private client department.
• Driving business development initiatives and strengthening client relationships.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements while maintaining the highest standards of client care.

About You:

• A qualified Solicitor with 10+ years’ PQE in private client law.
• Extensive experience in complex estates, tax planning, and trust management.
• Ideally STEP qualified.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing a team and contributing to business growth.
• Excellent technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and client relationship management skills.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious private client lawyer looking to step into a salaried partner role and make a real impact within a thriving firm.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Chris Prendergast at QED Legal or Apply Today!