Private Client Solicitor

Jobs4; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

STEP funding

Bonus scheme

25+ days holiday

Job summary

Jobs4 in Maidenhead is seeking a private client lawyer to handle a quality, HNW-leaning caseload within a supportive team. You will manage wills, probate, trusts, LPA, and IHT/CGT planning, with opportunities for growth and BD support.

The role offers a hybrid pattern, a reputation for quality service, mentoring, STEP funding, and a clear progression path from Senior Associate to Team Lead.

Qualifications

• 1+ year PQE in private client matters is required or welcomed.
• Excellent drafting and client-care skills for high net worth clients.
• Commercial awareness and ability to build relationships with referrers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a varied private client portfolio including wills and estate planning for individuals and family-owned businesses.
• Handle probate and estate administration from straightforward to complex/HNW matters.
• Create and administer trusts, with exposure to lifetime and testamentary trusts.
• Provide advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney and capacity-related issues.
• Engage in IHT/CGT-aware structuring in partnership with advisers.
• Deliver clear, empathetic client guidance and meticulous file management.

Skills

Drafting

Client-care

HNW clients

Business development

Education

PQE 1+ years

STEP desirable

Job description

Job Description

Join a well-established, forward-thinking firm in Maidenhead that blends first-rate client service with a genuinely supportive culture. You’ll handle a quality, HNW-leaning private client caseload within a team known for clear communication, meticulous standards, and long-term client relationships.

Why this firm appeals

• Reputation that opens doors: Strong regional brand with steady referrals from wealth advisers, agents, and repeat clients — ensuring consistent, interesting instructions rather than volume churn.
• People-first culture:Collaborative team, approachable leadership, and modern systems that remove admin friction so you can focus on client work.
• Career you can shape: Transparent progression routes (Senior Associate, Team Lead), mentoring and funding for STEP, and active support for business development so your profile grows with the firm.
• Modern flexibility: Sensible hybrid pattern, investment in tools, and realistic targets aligned to quality, not just numbers.

The Role

Manage and develop a varied private client portfolio, including:

• Wills & comprehensive estate planning for individuals and family-owned businesses
• Probate & estate administration (from straightforward to complex/HNW)
• Trust creation & administration, with exposure to lifetime and testamentary trusts
• Lasting Powers of Attorney and capacity-related advice
• IHT/CGT-aware structuring and asset protection in partnership with tax and financial advisers
• Client stewardship: clear, empathetic guidance, proactive updates, and meticulous file management

About You

• 1+ year PQE (more experienced candidates welcomed; work will be weighted to your level)
• Confident running your own caseload with excellent drafting and client-care
• Comfortable engaging with HNW clients and professional referrers
• STEP qualified or working towards STEP (desirable; support provided)
• Commercially aware, organised, and committed to best-in-class service

Package & Benefits

• £55,000 to £80,000 (aligned to PQE, complexity, and BD profile)
• Bonus scheme and clear progression framework
• Hybrid working with modern case management
• Funding and study leave for STEP plus ongoing CPD
• 25+ days’ holiday (plus BH), enhanced benefits, and regular team events