Private Client Solicitor/Fee Earner

QED Legal LLP; Faversham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 3–5 years PQE to handle various client matters. This role offers a supportive team environment that values work-life balance and professional development. Key responsibilities include drafting wills and trusts, managing estate administration, and delivering high-quality legal services. The position also includes benefits like a bonus scheme and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Christmas closure (without using holiday allowance)

Hybrid working (2–3 days remote)

Qualifications

• 3-5 years PQE with solid experience in private client work.
• Comfortable handling a mixed caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Passionate about private client law.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of private client matters.
• Draft wills and trusts.
• Manage estate administration and probate.

Skills

Private client work

Client-focused approach

Calm demeanor

Education

Qualified solicitor (3-5 years PQE)

STEP qualification or working towards it

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor (3–5 years PQE) to join a highly respected and genuinely people-focused law firm. This firm has taken deliberate steps to build a legal environment that values thinking time, collaboration, and personal wellbeing, not long hours or impossible caseloads.

This is a fantastic role for someone looking to develop their career in a stable and supportive team, doing high-quality work without the burnout culture often found in private practice.

About the Role

You’ll handle a broad range of private client matters for a high-quality, loyal client base including individuals, families, business owners, and estates. The work includes:

• Drafting wills and trusts
• Estate administration and probate
• Inheritance tax planning
• Powers of attorney

About You

• 3–5 years PQE with solid experience in private client work
• Comfortable handling a mixed caseload with appropriate supervision
• Ideally STEP qualified, working towards it or looking to complete it
• Passionate about private client law, with a calm, client-focused approach
• Looking for a firm that values work-life balance and long-term career development

Benefits

• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Christmas closure (without using holiday allowance)
• Hybrid working (2–3 days remote)

If you would be interested in finding out more about this role or hear about any other opportunities please reach out to Rhian Thompson at QED Legal ([e-mail]) or alternatively click on the "APPLY" button below.