Private Client Solicitor

Henderson Scott; Dacorum; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private client work

Career progression

Training & development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Henderson Scott is seeking a qualified Private Client Solicitor to join a Legal 500-recognised Wills, Trusts & Probate team in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. The role involves managing a varied private client caseload, delivering high-quality advice and client care, and contributing to the department’s growth.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative, supportive environment with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience handling wills, probate, trusts and estate administration.
• Excellent client care and communication; ability to build long-term relationships.
• STEP qualification or progress towards STEP advantageous, though not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied private client caseload including drafting wills and estate planning.
• Handle probate and estate administration and trust creation/management.
• Provide advice on lasting powers of attorney and inheritance tax planning.
• Advise high-net-worth individuals and families while maintaining practical, tailored guidance.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the department and contribute to business development.

Skills

Private client experience

Wills & probate

Client relations

Commercial mindset

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Private Client Solicitor | Wills, Trusts & Probate

Legal 500 Recognised Law Firm | Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire

Are you a Private Client Solicitor looking to join a highly regarded Legal 500-recognised team where quality of work, technical excellence and long-term career development are genuinely valued?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented solicitor to join an established Wills, Trusts & Probate department within a respected regional law firm. The team advises a broad range of individuals, families and business owners on succession planning, wealth preservation and estate administration matters, offering exposure to high-quality and varied work.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team with a strong reputation in the local market and genuine opportunities for progression.

The Role

You will manage a varied private client caseload, including:

• Drafting Wills and estate planning advice
• Probate and estate administration
• Trust creation and administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Wealth preservation and succession planning
• Advising high-net-worth individuals and families
• Supporting clients through often complex and sensitive legal matters

You will work closely with colleagues across the department, building long-term client relationships whilst delivering the highest standards of client care and technical advice.

There will also be opportunities to contribute to business development activities and further strengthen the firm's already well-established private client offering.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with experience handling a broad range of Private Client matters, including wills, probate, trusts and estate administration.
• Excellent client care and communication skills, with the ability to build long-term relationships and provide practical, tailored advice.
• Proactive and commercially minded, with a desire to contribute to a highly regarded team and continue developing your technical expertise.

STEP qualification or progress towards STEP would be advantageous, although this is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangements
• High-quality private client work
• Genuine opportunities for progression
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Exposure to a highly regarded Legal 500-recognised team
• Long-term career prospects within an established regional firm

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a firm that has built an outstanding reputation for combining technical excellence with a genuinely personal approach to client service. You'll be working alongside experienced practitioners, advising a loyal and established client base, and developing your career within a successful and ambitious private client team.

Whether you're looking to build upon your existing expertise or take the next step towards a more senior position, this role provides an excellent platform for long-term career development.