Private Client Solicitor

Austen Lloyd; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned legal firm in Berkshire is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its team. You will manage a diverse caseload including drafting wills and providing estate planning advice. The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and clear progression opportunities. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors with a strong client-focused approach.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in private client work is essential.
• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive required.
• Professional and empathetic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including will and trust drafting.
• Provide estate planning and inheritance tax advice.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Client-focused approach

Ambitious and proactive

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

STEP qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Private Client Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – Berkshire

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Berkshire is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its well-established and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle high-quality work for a diverse client base within a supportive firm offering career progression, hybrid working, and a competitive salary.

The Role

You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, including:

• Drafting Wills, Trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Estate planning and inheritance tax advice
• Probate and estate administration
• Court of Protection and elderly client work
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the firm’s business development initiatives

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements to support work-life balance
• Clear progression opportunities within a respected Legal 500 firm
• Exposure to complex, high-value matters and an established client base
• Ongoing training and professional development within a supportive environment

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in private client work
• STEP qualification or working towards it is advantageous but not essential
• Strong technical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Professional, empathetic, and client-focused approach
• Ambitious, proactive, and keen to progress within a leading team

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally. Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE / salary levels purely as a guide. The role; CW 61324 Private Client Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – Berkshire

For more information send your CV or get in touch with Charlotte at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible CW 61324 Private Client Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – Berkshire