Private Client Senior Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days leave

Enhanced pension

Pathway to partnership

Grow private client practice

Collaborative culture

High-quality work

Job summary

William James Recruitment represents a respected regional law firm in London seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to lead high-value matters in estates, trusts and tax planning. You will build your own client base, work autonomously at a senior level, and have a clear path to partnership within a collaborative, growth-focused culture.

Salary up to £100,000 plus bonus and benefits. The package includes 28 days annual leave, an enhanced pension, and a structured development plan to help shape

Qualifications

• Strong experience in private wealth, estates and trusts.
• Confident advising on tax and succession planning.
• Commercial mindset with enthusiasm for business development.
• Strong client relationship and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex private client matters including estates, trusts and tax planning.
• Advise high net worth individuals and families.
• Handle high-value and complex estate administration.
• Build and develop your own client base and referrer network.
• Work closely with senior colleagues on strategic growth plans.
• Play a key role in developing the private client offering.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers.
• Drive business development and profile-raising activity.

Skills

Private wealth

Estates & trusts

Tax planning

Business development

Client relationship management

Senior autonomy

Job description

Private Client Senior Solicitor – London – Up to £100,000 + Bonus + Benefits

A highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor in London to join its established and ambitious team.

As a Senior Private Client Solicitor in London, you’ll step into a strategic role with real influence, handling high-quality work while contributing to the growth and direction of the private client offering.

This opportunity offers a clear, supported pathway to partnership within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

As a Private Client Senior Solicitor, you will:

• Managing complex private client matters including estates, trusts and tax planning
• Advising high net worth individuals and families
• Handling high-value and complex estate administration
• Building and developing your own client base and referrer network
• Working closely with senior colleagues on strategic growth plans
• Playing a key role in developing the private client offering
• Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers
• Driving business development and profile-raising activity

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:

• Strong experience in private wealth, estates and trusts
• Confident advising on tax and succession planning
• Commercial mindset with enthusiasm for business development
• Strong client relationship and communication skills
• Able to work autonomously and at a senior level
• Experience with high-value or complex estates preferred

The Benefits

The firm offers an excellent package including:

• Salary up to £100,000 plus bonus
• 28 days annual leave
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Clear and supported pathway to partnership
• Opportunity to shape and grow a key practice area
• Collaborative, long-term career-focused culture
• High-quality work and strong internal support