Private Client Solicitor

MFK Recruitment; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

MFK Recruitment is assisting a leading law firm in Bedford to recruit a Private Client Solicitor. You will manage your own private client caseload with a focus on probate and estate administration, handling estates from start to finish in a supportive, hybrid environment.

The firm emphasizes high-quality client service and professional development, offering a collaborative team and opportunities to progress, with hybrid working and exposure to diverse private client matters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ PQE in Private Client work as a Solicitor.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Excellent drafting, writing and communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
• STEP qualification preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of private client matters, with focus on probate and estate administration.
• Contribute to business development and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Private Client

PQE 2 years

Attention to detail

Business development

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

Location: Bedford

Salary: £40k-£65k

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hybrid Working:

MFK Recruitment is delighted to partner once again with a leading, well-established Law Firm that continues to experience impressive and sustained growth. Following the successful placement of a Solicitor through MFK Recruitment, the candidate has since gone on to thrive within the business. The firm is now seeking another talented Private Client Solicitor to join their expanding team.

About the Firm

This respected firm is renowned for its high-quality client service and strong reputation across multiple practice areas. The Private Client Department has grown significantly over recent years, driven by an increasing volume of complex and rewarding work. As part of this continued success, the firm is looking to add an experienced Solicitor who shares its commitment to excellence and client care.

The Role

As a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage your own caseload of private client matters, with a particular focus on probate and estate administration. Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling non-taxable and taxable estates from start to finish
• Managing a variety of ancillary tasks, including:
• Registering life interest trusts
• Setting up and dissolving trusts
• Preparing deeds of variation
• Supporting the Directors in the ongoing growth and development of the Private Client Department
• Contributing to business development initiatives and maintaining strong relationships with both new and existing clients

About You

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated and professional Private Client Solicitor with:

• At least 2 years’ PQE in Private Client work as a Solicitor
• A proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently
• Excellent drafting, writing, and communication skills, with a strong eye for detail
• Solid technical knowledge in estate and trust matters
• A proactive approach to business development and client relationship management
• A STEP qualification (preferred but not essential)

Why Join This Firm?

You’ll be joining a dynamic, supportive environment where excellence is recognised and rewarded. The successful candidate will enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, take ownership of their work, and contribute to the continued success of a growing department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Private Client Solicitor looking to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking law firm that truly values its people.