Private Client Solicitor

Trades Workforce Solutions; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal firm in North East London is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their team. You will provide advice on wills, trusts, and estate administration, managing a diverse caseload and ensuring excellent client care. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 5 years PQE in UK private client law. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits including flexible working arrangements and structured opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Annual salary reviews

Performance-related bonus

Ongoing professional development

Flexible, hybrid working arrangements

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in UK private client law.
• Proven technical skills in estate administration, inheritance tax returns, and will drafting.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on wills, trusts, and estate administration.
• Draft and review legal documents like wills and powers of attorney.
• Manage a diverse caseload of probate and intestacy matters.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Excellent client-facing skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication

Empathy and discretion

Education

Current practising certificate

Job description

Private Client Solicitor – North East London

Salary: c.£55,000–£70,000 DOE

Location: North East London (hybrid)

Key Benefit: Autonomy, progression, and a supportive, established team

Join a Respected Private Client Team with Genuine Career Growth

Are you an experienced private client solicitor seeking a new challenge in a dynamic, client-focused environment? Our client, a well-established East London firm, is expanding due to growth and invites you to join their highly regarded private client team. This is your chance to manage varied, high-quality work with real opportunities for progression and professional development.

The Role: Broad, Client-Facing & Rewarding

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and inheritance tax
• Draft and review legal documents (wills, lasting powers of attorney, Court of Protection applications)
• Manage a diverse caseload of probate and intestacy matters independently
• Liaise with third parties (financial institutions, tax authorities, other solicitors)
• Guide clients on tax implications and estate planning strategies
• Maintain excellent client care with sensitivity, discretion, and professionalism
• Stay abreast of legislative changes and implement best practice

What We’re Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate
• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in UK private client law
• Proven technical skills in:
  • Estate administration (probate & intestacy)
  • Inheritance tax returns
  • Will drafting
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney (finance/property, health/welfare)
  • Court of Protection deputyship cases
• Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Empathy and discretion in all client dealings

Benefits & Rewards

Comprehensive Package:

• Salary: £55,000–£70,000 DOE
• Annual salary reviews
• Performance-related bonus
• Clear progression path to senior roles
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Modern office in North East London with excellent transport links

Career Growth & Development

• Structured progression to senior/lead roles
• Mentorship from experienced partners
• Opportunities to shape best practice and process improvement

Location & Working Arrangements

• North East London office (hybrid working available)
• Full-time role with flexibility to suit your needs

Take the Next Step

Ready to take your private client career to the next level? For a confidential discussion or to submit your CV, contact David ([e-mail]).

All applications are handled with strict confidentiality. Our client is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.