Private Client Solicitor - Associate/ Senior Associate

QED Legal; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Legal 200 firm in Nottingham seeks an experienced Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE. The role involves managing private client matters such as wills and probate, advising high-net-worth clients, and mentoring juniors in a collaborative environment. The firm offers competitive benefits and supports career progression.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Healthcare cash plan

Private Medical Insurance

Travel benefits

Pension scheme

Well-being programme

Discounts on selected legal services

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience in wills, probate, LPAs, and ideally tax and trust matters.
• Strong communication and client-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of private client matters.
• Advise clients including high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development.

Skills

Private Client law expertise

Communication skills

Client relationship building

Team collaboration

Ambition and motivation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

The Firm

My client is a well-established and highly respected Legal 200 firm with deep roots in the East Midlands. With offices across the region, they have built an excellent reputation over decades for delivering exceptional legal services with a personal touch. Their teams consistently receive glowing reviews from clients who praise both their professionalism and their approachable, “human” service. Based in modern offices in Nottingham, you’ll be joining an extremely collaborative environment, working directly alongside 2 Partners who are leaders in their field.

Isn’t it time to take the next step in your career with a firm where you’re valued for both your technical expertise and your ability to build strong client relationships?

The Role

• Take on your own caseload of private client matters including wills, probate, LPAs, and some tax and trust work.


• Advise a diverse range of clients including high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and families.


• Collaborate closely with 2 Partners in the Nottingham office, gaining exposure to complex and high-value matters in a truly supportive setting.


• Play an active role in mentoring junior team members and contributing to business development activities.


• Work in a department recognised for its quality of service and excellent reputation in the market.

You

• A qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in Private Client law.


• Solid experience in wills, probate, LPAs, and ideally tax and trust matters.


• Strong communication and client-care skills, with the ability to build lasting relationships.


• Ambitious and motivated, with a genuine desire to progress into a senior leadership role.


• A collaborative team player who thrives in a supportive environment.

Are you ready to join a team where your expertise is respected, and your career progression is supported every step of the way?

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional holiday.


• Healthcare cash plan.


• Private Medical Insurance.


• Travel benefits.


• Pension scheme.


• Well-being programme.


• Discounts on selected legal services.


• Hybrid working following successful probationary period.

If you are an experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for a senior role or already in a Senior Employment role and looking for a change at a well-established Legal 200 firm in Nottingham, then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal Recruitment today.