Private Client Lawyer

McKinlay Law; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinlay Law in London is seeking a private client solicitor (7+ years PQE) to join an established private client team. You will take over an existing caseload focused on HNW/UHNWI clients, advising on wills, probate, trusts and LPAs, with strong client communication and technical expertise.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement in London and the opportunity to handle high-value private client matters within a prestigious firm.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ PQE with strong experience in private client work.
• Experience advising on wills, probate/estate matters, trusts, LPAs and related private client issues.
• Exceptional communication and client skills.
• Strong technical knowledge
• Ability to efficiently manage own caseload in a dynamic team

Responsibilities

• Take over an existing private client caseload.
• Advise on wills, probate, succession planning, trusts and LPAs.
• Provide tax planning guidance for private clients where appropriate.
• Collaborate with a high performing, collaborative team

Skills

Private client

Wills

Probate

Trusts

LPAs

Client communication

Job description

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary: Up to £90,000 depending on experience

PQE: 7+

Prestigious London law firm with an enviable client base are looking for a private client solicitor (circa 7/8 years’ PQE) to join an established private client team and take over an existing case load. The team acts for HNW and UHNWIs with all areas of private client work including tax, trusts and estates matters.

They are looking for a solicitor with experience in advising clients (ideally HNWIs and individuals with business assets) on a variety of matters including wills, succession planning, probate, general tax planning, trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Key Requirements:

• 7+ years’ PQE with strong experience in private client work. Demonstrable experience handling wills, probate/estate administration, trusts, LPAs and other private client matters.
• Exceptional communication and client skills
• Strong technical knowledge
• Confident in ability to manage own caseload efficiently
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced team

Exceptional opportunity for an experienced private client associate to take on an existing case load and work in a collaborative, high performing team.

The PQE on offer is a guide only. If you feel you have the relevant experience for the position, please do submit your CV.