Private Client Solicitor

MCKINLAY LAW; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Kent is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years PQE and experience in private client law, including wills and probate. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a supportive team environment. Located closer to home for candidates commuting into London.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free parking

Gym discount

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in managing a full caseload of private client matters.
• Membership in the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a comprehensive caseload of private client matters.
• Provide expert legal advice on wills, probate, and trusts.
• Draft legal documents with accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with team members.

Skills

Managing a caseload of private client matters

Providing legal advice on wills and probate

Drafting legal documents accurately

Building client relationships

Collaborating with team members

Education

Solicitor with circa 2 – 4 years PQE

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Private Client Solicitor | Location: Kent | Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience | PQE: Circa 2 – 4 years

Leading Kent based law firm are looking for a private client solicitor to manage a diverse caseload and provide high-quality legal advice in all aspects of private client law. This includes wills, probate, trusts, estate planning, tax advice, and powers of attorney. The team are looking for a dedicated individual who can offer compassionate and personalised service to their clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a comprehensive caseload of private client matters with minimal supervision.
• Providing expert legal advice on wills, probate, trusts, powers of attorney and deputyships.
• Drafting legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, offering empathetic and personalised advice.
• Working collaboratively with team members to contribute to the department’s goals and targets.
• Keeping abreast of changes in legislation and best practices in private client law.

Requirements / Qualifications

The client are looking for a solicitor with circa 2 – 4 years’ PQE with demonstrated experience in managing a full caseload of private client matters. Membership in the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for a private client solicitor looking for a role in Kent – the role could be ideal for a candidate currently commuting into London, who is looking for a role closer to home. Excellent benefits including private medical insurance, life assurance, free parking, gym discount etc. Team-orientated culture and a genuinely fantastic place to work.

The PQE on offer is a guide only. If you feel you have the relevant experience for the position, please do submit your CV.

McKinlay Law endeavour to contact all successful candidates within 24 hours. However, due to the volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within 24 hours your application has been unsuccessful and we have not retained your details.