Private Client Associate

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Ongoing CPD and career development

Health cash plan

Regular contact with Partners

Enhanced sick pay

Death in service insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted legal advice

Job summary

Law Staff Legal Recruitment is assisting a Legal 500 Tier 3 firm in recruiting a Private Client Solicitor in England. You will handle wills, probates, trusts and Court of Protection matters, with regular contact with Partners and opportunities to develop business. The firm offers 25 days holiday, ongoing CPD, enhanced sick pay and a health cash plan.

The role emphasises a supportive team culture, exposure to a broad client base and career development within a forward-thinking practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 4+ PQE in Private Client (6–7 PQE preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge across Private Client matters and high standards of work.
• IT literate with Word, Outlook and Excel; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Developing a client portfolio through marketing, networking and social media.
• Drafting and advising on wills, including living wills.
• Trust creation and management; Court of Protection work.
• Administration of estates and risk management.
• Attending client meetings with detailed notes and managing expectations.
• Mentoring junior team members and supporting CPD activities.

Skills

PQE 4+ in Private Client

Private Client knowledge

High attention to detail

IT literacy

Driving licence

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Are you a Private Client Solicitor looking to join a Legal 500 Tier 3 firm with 25 days’ holiday, ongoing CPD and career development, regular contact with Partners, enhanced sick pay, a health cash plan, and more? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking team handling high-quality and rewarding matters for a diverse client base.

About the Firm

• Multi-service law firm recognised in the Legal 500 at Tier 3
• Engages with a wide-ranging client base, including high-profile clients
• Handles complex, high-quality and rewarding matters
• Supportive and forward-thinking culture that values initiative and innovation

You will manage a varied private client caseload while supporting the continued growth of the department. The role offers strong client contact, business development opportunities, and exposure to a broad range of private client matters including wills, probate, trusts and Court of Protection work.

Key Responsibilities of the Private Client Solicitor

• Developing a client portfolio through marketing, networking and social media
• Drafting and advising on wills, including living wills
• Trust creation and management
• Court of Protection work
• Administration of estates
• Managing client expectations and risk
• Attending client meetings and maintaining detailed notes
• Dealing with new enquiries
• Developing proposals to maximise entitlements under HMRC inheritance rules
• Case and file management
• Supporting junior team members
• Participating in CPD, webinars, podcasts, marketing initiatives, legal clinics, and charity/networking events

Requirements of the Private Client Solicitor

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 4+ PQE in Private Client, ideally 6–7 PQE
• Strong technical knowledge across Private Client matters
• High standards of work and strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of Lexcel requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• IT literate with strong case management, Word, Outlook and Excel skills
• Self-motivated and target-driven
• Ability to adapt to change and support vulnerable clients
• Courteous, professional and approachable manner
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational, time management and file management skills
• Valid driving licence

The Benefits for the Private Client Solicitor role

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Excellent office facilities in the heart of Luton and Berkhamsted
• Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities
• Regular contact with Partners
• Auto enrolment salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Free eye tests and paid flu vaccinations
• Discounted legal advice across all departments
• Opportunities to participate in company sponsored charitable events
• Death in service insurance, cycle to work scheme, health cash plan and more