Private Client Solicitor (Equity Opportunity)

Realm Recruit; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing start-up in the UK seeks a Private Client Solicitor to lead their legal function as Head of Legal. This role offers autonomy in shaping the legal department and a competitive salary of up to £60k plus equity. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years PQE in Private Client work, strong knowledge of probate law, and a willing spirit for a start-up environment. The position is fully remote with quarterly meet-ups in London.

Benefits

Equity: Founding member stock options

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health cover

Pension contribution (3%)

STEP qualification support

Flexibility to start part-time

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years of PQE in Private Client.
• Strong technical knowledge of probate and estate administration.
• Experience handling compliance and SRA regulatory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the legal function as Head of Legal.
• Manage probate and estate administration caseloads.
• Advise on probate and estate law matters.
• Translate legal requirements into platform features.
• Contribute to growth strategy and leadership decisions.
• Mentor and guide the team as it grows.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

3+ PQE in Private Client

Strong technical knowledge of wills

Experience with compliance

Commercially minded

Resilient and entrepreneurial

Job description

• Shape and lead the legal function of a fast-growing start-up
• Fully remote with quarterly London meet-ups
• Salary up to £60k + equity as a founding team member

This is a unique opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to take on a senior leadership role at an ambitious start-up that’s redefining how probate is delivered.

With a strong pipeline of funding and ambitious growth plans, thefirm are now looking for an experienced solicitor to establish and lead their legal function as part of the founding team.

You’ll not only take ownership of the legal side, but also influence product development, strategy, and client experience. Acting as Head of Legal, you’ll be the technical expert on probate and estate administration, ensure compliance, and help shape the future of the business.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ PQE in Private Client, including probate and estate administration
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate, and post-death matters
• Experience with compliance and SRA regulatory responsibilities
• Commercially minded, ambitious, and comfortable in a leadership role
• Resilient and entrepreneurial, with a willingness to embrace start-up culture

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the legal function as Head of Legal
• Manage probate and estate administration caseloads as the technical lead
• Advise colleagues, clients, and the business on probate and estate law
• Translate legal requirements into technical features to help shape the company’s platform
• Contribute to growth strategy and decision-making at leadership level
• Mentor and guide the team as it scales, with opportunities to recruit and supervise in future

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £60k DOE
• Equity: Founding member stock options in line with early-stage market standards
• Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
• Health cover
• Pension contribution (3%)
• STEP qualification support (with repayment clause if leaving shortly after completion)
• Flexibility: Fully remote, quarterly in-person London meet-ups, option to start part-time and build to full-time
• Autonomy: A genuine opportunity to build and scale the legal function your way

Contact Rachael Conley

Call 03300 245 606 or email [e-mail] to find out more or apply confidentially.