Private Client Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm in London is seeking a private client solicitor to handle a diverse range of client matters. Candidates should have 2-5 years of PQE in private client law, focusing on wills, trusts, and estate planning. This role offers competitive compensation and the chance to work in a hybrid environment while fostering strong client relationships and career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

High-quality work

Hybrid working

Collegiate team culture

Clear opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' PQE in private client law required.
• Strong technical skills in relevant areas.
• Ability to inspire client confidence essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning.
• Manage multi-jurisdictional estates and high-value assets.
• Build long-term relationships with clients.

Skills

Qualified solicitor

Technical skills in wills, probate, trusts, estate planning

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative and ambitious approach

Job description

Are you a private client lawyer looking to join one of London's most respected and well-regarded firms? This opportunity offers the perfect balance of high-quality work, genuine progression, and a supportive, approachable culture.

The Firm

This award-winning London practice has built a national reputation for its work across private client and family law, acting for a wide-ranging client base that includes high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and multi-generational families. The firm is consistently recognised in the directories for the strength of its teams and the quality of its client service.

Alongside technical excellence, the culture here stands out. The firm prides itself on being professional without being stuffy, creating an environment where lawyers are encouraged to forge their own path while being fully supported by experienced and approachable partners. Progression is transparent, and career development is taken seriously.

The Role

You will advise on the full range of private client matters including wills, trusts, probate, tax and estate planning, and lasting powers of attorney. The work is often complex, involving multi-jurisdictional estates and high-value assets, while still maintaining a strong focus on client care and long-term relationship building.

From the outset, you will have early responsibility and client contact, while also working closely with senior practitioners on more technical matters. For ambitious lawyers, this role offers a genuine platform to grow your profile and progress toward senior positions within the team.

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE in private client law
• Strong technical skills across wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire client confidence
• A collaborative and ambitious approach, with an eye on long-term progression

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• High-quality work with a loyal and growing HNW client base
• Hybrid working and a collegiate, supportive team culture
• Clear opportunities to progress within a nationally recognised practice

If you are a private client solicitor seeking high-quality work in a firm that blends excellence with approachability, this is an opportunity not to be missed.