Private Client Solicitor/Associate | 3PQE+ | High Net Worth | Flexible Working | Growth Opportunity

QED Legal LLP; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Dorset is seeking a Private Client Solicitor/Associate with 3+ years' PQE to enhance its team. The ideal candidate will advise on complex estate planning and ensure tax efficiency for high net worth clients while participating in business development initiatives. With supportive growth opportunities and a flexible working environment, this role suits those ready to advance their careers in a dynamic legal setting.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Enhanced pension

Private medical cover

Generous annual leave

Career development support

Qualifications

• 3 years' PQE as a Solicitor or CILEx Lawyer.
• Experience with high net worth clients and estate planning.
• Ability to think strategically about complex estates.

Responsibilities

• Advise high net worth individuals, families, and business owners on wills, trusts, and succession planning.
• Participate in business development efforts and build a network of referrals.
• Engage in strategic thinking regarding wealth preservation and asset structuring.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Tax efficiency knowledge

Client relationship management

Job description

Private Client Solicitor/Associate | 3PQE+ | High Net Worth | Flexible Working | Growth Opportunity

This is a key opportunity for Solicitors/CILEx Lawyers with3years' PQE and a background in advising HNWindividuals, business owners, or agricultural clients, to join a staple firm in Dorset.

The firm (Legal 500) has built a reputation in Dorset (and across the SW) for its expertise in complex estate planning, succession structuring, tax matters, and trust work. The private client team is central to that success, and continues to expand steadily; contributing over £5 million in annual revenue within a wider firm turnover circa£25 million. The department is made up of around 25 legal professionals across several offices, including Partners, Senior Associates and a close-knit team of juniors and support staff.

You’ll be advising a varied client base of HNW individuals, families, business owners and landowners on everything from wills and trusts, to succession planning, asset structuring, and wealth preservation. Many clients have complex, multi-generational estates or business assets, so this is a role that suits someone who enjoys thinking strategically and has an eye for tax efficiency. Experience working with owner-managed businesses or rural/agricultural clients will be particularly valued.

There’s also room to get involved in business development, playingto your strengths. If you already have a network of referrers or loyal clients, that’s a bonus, butyou’ll be supported to build one through marketing initiatives, community events, and collaboration with the wider commercial teams. There’s plenty of scope for progression and leadership, with a clear path mapped out from Associate through to Partnership for the right person.

The firm offers hybrid working, healthywork/life balance, and a benefits package that includes a competitive salary (reflective of experience), enhanced pension, private medical cover, generous annual leave, and tailored support for career development.

To apply, send your CV to [e-mail] or call 07300 236070 for a confidential discussion about this opportunity or other roles in the Dorset private client market.