Private Client Solicitor

Knightwell Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Automatic pension enrolment

Free mortgage advice

Free eye tests

Career development

Job summary

Knightwell Recruitment is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 4+ PQE for a role based in Bexleyheath / Petts Wood. The position offers hybrid working, with standard hours Monday to Friday, and a varied caseload across Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.

You will advise clients, manage files end-to-end and contribute to business development in a supportive team. The ideal candidate will handle wills, trusts and probate matters, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality service

Qualifications

• 4+ PQE as Private Client Solicitor.
• Excellent organisation, communication and attention to detail.
• Proactive, commercially aware with ability to develop client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Private Client caseload, including Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.
• Advise clients on Wills, Trusts, Probate and related matters.
• Handle probate applications and estate administration.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent client care.
• Keep up to date with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Manage workloads effectively and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive file records.
• Ensure billing is completed efficiently and work towards agreed targets.
• Support business development, networking and marketing initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues while taking responsibility for your own caseload.

Skills

Private Client Law

Wills & Estate Planning

Probate

Client relationship management

Job description

Private Client Solicitor – 4+ PQE

Location: Bexleyheath / Petts Wood
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Hybrid Working: Available

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for your next career move?

An exciting opportunity is available for a Private Client Solicitor with 4+ PQE to join an established and supportive legal team in Bexleyheath / Petts Wood. Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, with hybrid working available, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a varied caseload while developing strong, long-term client relationships.

You will work across Wills, Probate and Estate Planning, advising clients on a range of Private Client matters and managing files from initial instruction through to completion. The role also provides an opportunity to contribute to business development and play an active part in the continued growth of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Private Client caseload, including Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.
• Advise clients on Wills, Trusts, Probate and related matters.
• Handle probate applications and estate administration.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent client care.
• Keep up to date with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Manage workloads effectively and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive file records.
• Ensure billing is completed efficiently and work towards agreed targets.
• Support business development, networking and marketing initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues while taking responsibility for your own caseload.

About You

The ideal candidate will be a 4+ PQE Private Client Solicitor with strong technical knowledge and experience across Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.

You should be confident managing your own busy caseload and dealing directly with clients. Excellent organisation, communication and attention to detail are essential, together with a proactive and commercially aware approach.

Experience of business development and a proven ability to work towards billing or performance targets would be advantageous. Most importantly, you will be committed to delivering a high standard of client service and working effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• 25 days' annual leave plus public holidays.
• Additional annual leave during the Christmas office closure period.
• Hybrid working available.
• Automatic pension enrolment.
• Free mortgage advice.
• Free personal conveyancing.
• Free eye tests.
• Supportive working environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.