Private Client Lawyer

Service Care Legal; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Cambridge is seeking a Private Client Lawyer. The role involves handling various private client matters, managing your own cases, and offering progression opportunities in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have around 4-5 years of experience in private client law and excellent client care skills. Competitive salary package available, with enhanced rates for STEP-qualified lawyers.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Enhanced salary for STEP qualifications

Stability in established firm

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of PQE in private client law.
• Experience in managing own caseload.
• Confident in client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Handling the full spectrum of private client work.
• Managing cases from instruction to completion.
• Providing opportunities for progression.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Caseload management

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE 4-5 years)

STEP qualification

Job description

Overview

Service Care Solutions is working with a respected law firm, based in Cambridge, who are looking to add a Private Client Lawyer to their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer with solid experience in private client work who is seeking a hands-on role within a supportive, professional environment.

Role

Private Client Lawyer

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 (higher bracket for STEP-qualified/trust experience)

Responsibilities

• Handling the full spectrum of private client work, including wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, and estate administration.
• Running matters from initial instruction through to completion with autonomy and client contact.
• Opportunity for progression and development within a growing team.

About You

• Around 4–5 years’ PQE in private client law (but strong candidates with non-traditional backgrounds will also be considered).
• Ideally local to Cambridge and happy to work fully office-based.
• Confident managing your own caseload, with strong client care and communication skills.
• STEP qualification and/or demonstrable trust experience will be highly regarded (and attract a higher salary bracket).

Benefits

• Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.
• Enhanced salary available for STEP-qualified lawyers or those with strong trust work experience.
• Stability of an established, highly regarded firm with strong local ties.

If this Private Client Lawyer position sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.