Private Client Solicitor

Austen Lloyd Limited; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Legal 500 firm in Hertfordshire seeks an accomplished Senior Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with over 10 years PQE to join its respected Private Client department. This role involves managing complex caseloads, mentoring junior lawyers, and supporting the firm's business development in a collaborative, progressive environment. With attractive remuneration and clear pathways for career progression, this is an exceptional opportunity for seasoned legal professionals.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Discretionary bonus and benefits scheme

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

Supportive collegiate firm culture

Long-term career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years PQE in Private Client law.
• Demonstrable expertise in advising high-net-worth individuals.
• Proven ability to manage complex matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad and complex caseload including wills, probate, and trusts.
• Mentor junior colleagues and support strategic departmental goals.
• Contribute to the firm's business development efforts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Proactive client relationship management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

STEP qualification

Job description

Senior Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive (10+ PQE)

Legal 500 Firm - Hertfordshire

Location: Hertfordshire | Salary: Competitive + Benefits

We are instructed by a highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Hertfordshire to identify an accomplished Senior Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (10+ years PQE) to join their well-established and respected Private Client department.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned practitioner to take on a senior role within a firm known for its commitment to legal excellence, client care, and professional development.

The Firm

Our client is a leading Legal 500 practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to a longstanding and loyal client base, including high-net-worth individuals and families. The firm offers a collaborative and modern working environment, with a flexible hybrid structure and a clear path for senior progression.

The Role
The successful candidate will undertake a broad and complex caseload encompassing:

• Wills and Estate Planning
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Trust Creation and Administration
• Inheritance Tax Planning and Succession Structuring
• Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work

You will also play a pivotal role in mentoring junior colleagues, supporting strategic departmental objectives, and contributing to the firm's ongoing business development efforts

Key Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 10 years' PQE in Private Client law
• STEP qualification (or working towards) strongly preferred
• Demonstrable expertise in advising high-net-worth individuals and families
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex matters independently
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client relationship management and practice development

The Offer

• Competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience
• Discretionary bonus and benefits scheme
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• Supportive and collegiate firm culture
• Genuine long-term career progression, with potential for partnership or leadership roles

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency . Please note our advertisements may use PQE / Salary levels purely as a guide, however we would be happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills needed to perform the role; IM 59864 (Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive- Hertfordshire)