Private Client Solicitor

LJRecruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LJRecruitment is helping a well-regarded Birmingham law firm recruit a Private Client Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE to manage a varied private client caseload and build strong client relationships. You will work closely with the Head of Private Client Services to deliver commercially focused, technically excellent advice to individuals and high-net-worth clients.

You will handle tax planning and estate administration, contribute to business development, and lead client education sessions while

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ PQE within private client law.
• Proven experience in tax planning and estate administration.
• Excellent client management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an eye for detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence leading client meetings, presentations and discussions.
• A proactive, commercially minded approach and the ability to work independently.
• A genuine interest in developing your career and contributing to the wider growth of a successful private client team.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied portfolio of private client matters and delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Advising on tax planning, estate administration and wealth management.
• Developing trusted, long-term relationships with clients through a personalised and strategic approach.
• Handling complex legal issues and identifying practical, effective solutions.
• Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives alongside colleagues across the firm.
• Keeping up to date with changes in legislation, regulation and best practice within private client law.
• Leading client education sessions, workshops and presentations on areas such as estate planning and wealth management.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues while confidently managing your own caseload and priorities.

Skills

3+ PQE

Tax planning

Estate administration

Client relationship management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leading client meetings

Independent working

Job description

Private Client Solicitor | Birmingham | 3+ PQE

Join a highly regarded Birmingham law firm and take the next step in your Private Client career.

Our client is a well-established and respected law firm with a proud history. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, tailored legal advice, the firm is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its growing team in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE to take ownership of a varied private client caseload, build strong and lasting client relationships, and play an active role in the continued growth of the department.

The Role

Working closely with the Head of Private Client Services, you will manage a diverse portfolio of private client matters, providing commercially focused and technically excellent advice to individuals, families and other high-net-worth clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied portfolio of private client matters and delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Advising on tax planning, estate administration and wealth management.
• Developing trusted, long-term relationships with clients through a personalised and strategic approach.
• Handling complex legal issues and identifying practical, effective solutions.
• Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives alongside colleagues across the firm.
• Keeping up to date with changes in legislation, regulation and best practice within private client law.
• Leading client education sessions, workshops and presentations on areas such as estate planning and wealth management.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues while confidently managing your own caseload and priorities.

About You

We’re looking for an accomplished Private Client Solicitor who combines strong technical expertise with a genuinely client-focused approach.

You will ideally have:

• At least 3 years’ PQE within private client law.
• Proven experience in tax planning and estate administration.
• Excellent client management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an eye for detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence leading client meetings, presentations and discussions.
• A proactive, commercially minded approach and the ability to work independently.
• A genuine interest in developing your career and contributing to the wider growth of a successful private client team.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence, while having a genuine opportunity to make your mark.

You’ll benefit from:

• A position within an established and prestigious Birmingham law firm.
• The opportunity to influence the growth and development of the Private Client team.
• A collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking working environment.
• Strong leadership and genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including life assurance, pension and health-related benefits.
• Access to excellent resources, legal support and a well-equipped Birmingham office.