Private Client Solicitor - Hybrid, High-Value Estates

William James Recruitment; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Car Parking

Private Healthcare

Hybrid working policy

25 days annual leave

Death in service X4

Bonus scheme

Illness policy

Job summary

William James Recruitment is assisting a prestigious Hertfordshire practice in recruiting a Private Client Solicitor for its St Albans office. The role focuses on inheritance tax, estate planning, estate administration, lasting powers of attorney and trusts, handling high-net-worth matters across Hertfordshire, London and the UK.

The firm values quality work, offers a competitive salary up to £70,000, a benefits package, hybrid working, and opportunities to mentor colleagues and develop

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years PQE as Private Client Solicitor.
• STEP qualification desirable but not essential.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to run a full caseload with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Advising HNW clients on complex estates and succession planning.
• Acting for executors and trustees on a broad range of matters.
• Working closely with experienced partners on high-value cases.
• Mentoring and developing junior lawyers.
• Representing the firm through networking and community engagement.

Skills

Private Client

Time management

Attention to detail

Caseload management

Education

STEP qualification

Job description

William James Recruitment is assisting a prestigious Hertfordshire practice in recruiting a Private Client Solicitor for its St Albans office. The role focuses on inheritance tax, estate planning, estate administration, lasting powers of attorney and trusts, handling high-net-worth matters across Hertfordshire, London and the UK.

The firm values quality work, offers a competitive salary up to £70,000, a benefits package, hybrid working, and opportunities to mentor colleagues and develop