Private Client Solicitor (French Speaking)

Pertemps; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment consultancy is seeking a Private Client Solicitor in London with at least 2 years PQE. The role involves managing a diverse caseload including Wills and estate planning while collaborating with dual-qualified teams on French matters. Candidates should be fluent in French and English, with a strong client focus and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years PQE as a Private Client Solicitor.
• Solid experience in private client work, especially in cross-border matters.
• Proactive and commercially aware with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied private client caseload including Wills and estate planning.
• Work closely with French, Italian, and Spanish teams on cross-border issues.
• Build strong relationships with clients and referrers.

Skills

Fluent French communication

Fluent English communication

Client-focused

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Job description

Private Client Solicitor (French Speaking), 2+ Years PQE, London, £50,000+ (DOE) – With a strong reputation in cross-border work, particularly French matters, this is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative, specialist team and develop a broad, stimulating caseload. JOB REF:0603.

THE ROLE:
• You will be responsible for a varied private client caseload to include Wills and estate planning, inheritance and capital tax advice, administration of complex estates and creation and management of UK trusts
• This role involves working closely with dual-qualified French, Italian, and Spanish teams on cross-border private client and property issues, especially those involving France.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Applications are sought from Private Client Solicitors with a minimum of 2 years PQE
• You will have fluent French and English communication skills (written and spoken)
• Solid experience in private client work, ideally with exposure to cross-border matters, trusts, tax, or mental capacity
• A self-starter who’s client-focused, commercially aware, and proactive
• Confident in managing files and building strong client/referrer relationships
• Strong communicator with impeccable attention to detail

ON OFFER:
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Genuine career progression on offer

For more information or to apply for this role contact Rebecca Barry on 020 7183 8586 or email [e-mail].

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