Private Client Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; St Albans; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Firm pension contribution and life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

A prestigious regional law firm in St Albans is seeking a Private Client Solicitor. The role involves advising high-net-worth individuals on estate planning, wills, and trusts, within a supportive team providing excellent mentorship and development opportunities. This firm offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package in a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor with relevant experience in private client matters.
• STEP qualification is preferred.
• Technical strength in handling complex family arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on estate planning, probate, wills, and trusts.
• Manage a varied caseload with increasing complexity.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior team members.

Skills

Technical expertise in estate planning

Client-focused approach

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join a highly regarded regional law firm based in St Albans. The firm is well known for its collaborative culture, exceptional client care, and outstanding staff retention, with many team members developing long and rewarding careers within the business.

About the Firm

This award-winning firm provides trusted legal advice to individuals, business owners, and organisations across a range of practice areas. Its Private Client team holds Tier 1 Legal 500 and Chambers rankings, reflecting its reputation for delivering comprehensive and high-quality advice.

The Private Client department advises high-net-worth individuals and business owners on matters including:

• Wills and trusts
• Inheritance tax and succession planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Powers of attorney and complex family arrangements

All partners within the team are STEP-qualified, and the firm places a strong emphasis on mentorship, professional development, and supporting each lawyer to achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work on a varied and stimulating caseload, tailored to their level of experience. You’ll advise clients on a wide range of matters including estate planning, probate, wills, and trusts, with increasing complexity as your expertise grows. This position is ideal for a solicitor who is technically strong, client-focused, and keen to progress within a friendly and high-performing team environment.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Firm pension contribution and life assurance from day one
• Cycle to Work scheme and employee-led CSR initiatives
• Full training, modern IT systems, and ongoing professional development
• A friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading Private Client team with an outstanding reputation, offering high-quality work, excellent mentorship, and clear scope for progression.

Apply today!

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice