Private Client Solicitor - 1-3yrs PQE

Nucleus Precision Consultants Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in London is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 1-3 years of PQE to join their growing team. You will manage a varied caseload of private client matters, with responsibilities including wills, probate, and estate administration. The firm offers competitive salary, ongoing development, and hybrid working options. If you are proactive and client-focused, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus scheme

Ongoing professional development

Hybrid working options

Friendly team culture

Qualifications

• Sound experience in wills, probate and estate administration.
• Exposure to trusts and tax planning advantageous.
• Proactive and eager to learn within a collaborative team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assisting and managing a caseload of private client matters.
• Providing advice on inheritance tax and succession planning.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Skills

Client-focused

Excellent written communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Education

1-3 years PQE in private client law

STEP qualification or interest

Job description

Private Client Solicitor (1–3 Years PQE) – London Location: London Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent Sector: Legal - Private Client

About the Role Our client, a well‑established and highly regarded London law firm, is seeking a motivated Private Client Solicitor with 1‑3 years’ post‑qualification experience (PQE) to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor to develop their expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment, working on a varied caseload of private client matters for a diverse and high‑quality client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting and managing a caseload of private client matters including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts and lasting powers of attorney.
• Providing advice on inheritance tax, succession planning and asset protection (with supervision as required).
• Supporting senior fee earners on more complex estate and trust matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through excellent service delivery.
• Liaising with financial advisors, accountants and other professionals to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Keeping up to date with developments in private client law and best practice.

Requirements

• 1‑3 years PQE in private client law.
• Sound experience in wills, probate and estate administration.
• Exposure to trusts and tax planning advantageous.
• STEP qualification or interest in working towards it (desirable but not essential).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple files effectively.
• Client‑focused, proactive and eager to learn within a collaborative team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme.
• Ongoing professional development and support for further qualifications (e.g. STEP).
• Hybrid working options available.
• Friendly, inclusive and supportive team culture.
• Clear progression opportunities within a respected firm.

If you’re a proactive and client‑focused solicitor looking to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you.

About Nucleus Precision Consultants: Specialists in Legal Practice
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