Private Client Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

G2 Legal Limited is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor/Team Leader (8+ PQE) to join the Thames Valley team, with Maidenhead as a base and flexibility across offices. You will lead a busy private client team and manage high-value matters, guiding junior lawyers and overseeing workflow.

The role offers a highly competitive package, discretionary bonus, hybrid working and strong administrative support to deliver a top-tier service to high-net-worth clients.

Qualifications

• UK-qualified Solicitor with at least 8 years' PQE in private client law.
• Experience supervising/leading a team within a law firm.
• Proven track record with complex estates, trusts, tax planning and high-net-worth clients.
• STEP qualification is highly desirable (or working towards).

Responsibilities

• Acting as lead adviser on complex and high-value wills, probate, trusts, tax planning and estate administration matters.
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior solicitors and support staff.
• Managing your own caseload efficiently while overseeing the team's workflow and quality standards.
• Advising on sophisticated wealth protection, inheritance tax mitigation and succession planning for high-net-worth individuals and business owners.
• Drafting and advising on lasting powers of attorney, Court of Protection matters and issues of mental capacity.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships; engaging in business development and networking to grow the practice.
• Working collaboratively with financial advisers, tax specialists and other professionals to deliver a holistic service.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relationship management

Communication

Business development

Education

Solicitor qualification (UK)

STEP qualification

Job description

Senior Private Client Solicitor/Team Leader - 8+ PQE

Location: Maidenhead (with flexibility across Thames Valley offices)

Salary & Benefits: Highly competitive package + bonus + hybrid working + excellent support

About the Firm:

This firmis a highly regarded, full-service law firm with offices in Maidenhead and across the Thames Valley. Our Private Client department is known for its expertise in high-value and complex matters. The firm provides a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where experienced Lawyers can take the lead in shaping the service we offer.

It is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor (8+ PQE) to join the team in a senior capacity. This is a key supervisory and client-facing role involving leadership of a busy private client team and management of high-value matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Acting as lead adviser on complex and high-value wills, probate, trusts, tax planning and estate administration matters
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior solicitors and support staff
• Managing your own caseload efficiently while overseeing the team's workflow and quality standards
• Advising on sophisticated wealth protection, inheritance tax mitigation and succession planning for high-net-worth individuals and business owners
• Drafting and advising on lasting powers of attorney, Court of Protection matters and issues of mental capacity
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships; engaging in business development and networking to grow the practice
• Working collaboratively with financial advisers, tax specialists and other professionals to deliver a holistic service

What This Firm Is Looking For

• UK-qualified Solicitor with at least8 years' PQEin private client law
• Demonstrable experience of supervising/leading a team within a law firm
• Proven track record of handling complex estates, trusts, tax planning and high-net-worth clients
• STEP qualification (or working towards) highly desirable
• Strong leadership, communication and client care skills
• Commercial acumen and a proactive approach to developing the department

On Offer:

• Senior position with real influence on the direction of the private client department
• Competitive salary and benefits package with discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working and excellent work-life balance
• Supportive, collegiate culture with full administrative and paralegal support
• Clear progression pathway, with partnership potential for the right candidate