Private Client Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Legal 500-ranked firm based in Central London is seeking a Private Client Lawyer. This role offers a supportive environment for career progression while working on complex estate planning, tax matters, and managing high-net-worth clients. Enjoy a modern workplace with flexible options and a structured development path.

Benefits

Mentoring and development support

Flexible working options

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Solid Private Client experience required.
• Strong academic background and training with a reputable firm.
• Experience drafting wills, trusts, and handling probate matters.

Responsibilities

• Advising high-net-worth individuals on estate planning and tax structuring.
• Drafting wills, trusts, and related documentation.
• Administering estates and managing the probate process.

Skills

Communication

Client Handling

Commercial Awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor (NQ up to 4 years’ PQE)

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High-Quality Work | HNW Clients | Career Progression | Supportive Culture

Are you a driven Private Client Lawyer seeking exceptional work, high-profile clients, and real career progression - all within a modern, supportive environment?

Join a highly respected Legal 500-ranked firm based in the heart of Central London, renowned for delivering outstanding service to high-net-worth individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and business owners. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex and high-value matters while developing your career in a nurturing, forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities:

• Advising high-net-worth individuals and families on estate planning, succession, and tax-efficient structuring

• Drafting wills, trusts, LPAs, and related private client documentation

• Administering estates and handling all aspects of the probate process

• Liaising with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals on complex client matters

• Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility

• Supporting senior team members on complex and high-value matters

• Maintaining strong client relationships and assisting with business development initiatives

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ up to 4 years’ PQE) with solid Private Client experience

• Strong academic background and training with a reputable firm

• Excellent communication and client-handling skills

• A commercial mindset and genuine interest in building long-term client relationships

What’s on Offer:

• Engaging, high-quality work involving wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, and tax matters for an elite client base

• Clear and structured path for progression, with regular mentoring and development support

• A truly collegiate team culture, where your contributions are recognised and encouraged

• Modern offices in a prime Central London location, with flexible/hybrid working options

• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you’re looking for a strategic move to elevate your private client career, we’d love to hear from you. Please upload your latest CV or contact [emailprotected]