Private Client Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Professional subscriptions

STEP/SFE accreditation support

Training & development

Job summary

Vincere is seeking an ambitious Private Client Solicitor to join its Kent-based team. You will take ownership of a broad private client caseload, advising on estate planning, wealth protection, and probate matters while building lasting relationships with high-net-worth individuals and families.

The role emphasizes autonomy, direct client contact, and a progressive, merit-based career path within a collaborative, regional practice. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with approximately 3+ years PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience handling wills, LPAs, probate and estate administration is essential.
• Strong client-care skills, including meeting clients in their homes or care facilities when needed.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of a diverse private client caseload across Kent.
• Provide advice on estate planning, wealth protection, and trust matters.
• Manage Will drafting, LPAs, probate and complex estate administration.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to cross-referrals within the team.

Skills

PQE 3+ years

Private Client law

Client relations

Mobility across Kent

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

Location: Kent

Salary: £50,000 – £65,000+ DOE/PQE

Are you an ambitious Private Client Solicitor looking to join a well-regarded, people-focused legal practice with deep roots in the local community? Our client is a highly respected regional law firm operating across Kent, celebrated for combining high-caliber technical standards with an accessible, client-first approach. Seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (c. 3+ years PQE) to join their established department, our client offers an environment where you can manage a varied caseload, build lasting relationships with high-net-worth individuals and families, and enjoy genuine work-life balance alongside clear, merit-based career progression.

The Opportunity

Joining a collaborative and experienced team, you will take full ownership of a broad private client caseload across Kent and the surrounding villages. Working alongside department partners, you will advise on estate planning, wealth protection, complex probate, and trust matters. Designed for a client-focused practitioner who values autonomy, direct client contact, and community engagement, this role provides an ideal platform to deepen your technical expertise while contributing directly to the strategic growth of a respected regional practice.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with approximately 3+ years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) specialising in Private Client law within a recognised UK practice. STEP or Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE) qualification is highly desirable.
• Caseload Management: End-to-end management of a diverse private client caseload, including Will drafting, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Probate and complex Estate Administration, Declarations of Trust, and succession planning.
• Client Care & Vulnerable Clients: Strong client relationship skills with experience advising elderly and vulnerable clients, including conducting off-site visits at homes or healthcare facilities across Kent when required.
• Local Engagement & Mobility: Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Kent and surrounding villages to meet clients and support regional business development.
• Team & Practice Growth: Collaborative mindset with an appetite to mentor junior colleagues and identify cross-referral opportunities across complementary departments.

Package & Working Structure

• Competitive Remuneration: £50,000 – £65,000 base compensation per annum (commensurate with PQE, technical expertise, and regional experience).
• Agile Working: Modern hybrid working options providing a flexible balance between office and remote working.
• Work-Life Balance & Leave: Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, supporting long-term work-life harmony.
• Pension & Professional Development: Workplace pension scheme, paid professional subscriptions, and fully funded ongoing training (including support for STEP/SFE accreditation).
• Culture & Progression: Clear internal pathways to Senior Associate level within a stable, supportive, and collaborative team environment.