Private Client Solicitor | Leadership Role | 6PQE+ | Up to £70k | Cheltenham (Hybrid) | HNW Matters

QED Legal; Cheltenham, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established regional law firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to manage a complex caseload and mentor junior lawyers. This leadership role offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and genuine progression opportunities, including potential partnership. Experience in handling HNW matters and team management is essential.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Pension

Income protection

33 days’ holiday

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have 6PQE+ experience in private client law.
• Experience in handling HNW and complex estates required.
• Leadership or managerial experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad and rewarding caseload.
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to department leadership.
• Help shape the department's future.

Skills

Wills

Probate & Estate Administration

Inheritance Tax Planning

Court of Protection

Mentoring junior lawyers

Management experience

Job description

Overview

Private Client Solicitor | Leadership Role | 6PQE+ | £55k–£70k | Cheltenham (Hybrid) | HNW Matters

I’ve already placed two solicitors with this firm in 2025, and I’m excited to be recruiting again – this time for a senior role in their respected Private Client team.

This is a well-established regional firm, generating over £7m annually and punching well above its weight. The Private Client team has an excellent reputation for high-quality advice and long-term client care.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad and rewarding caseload including Wills, LPAs, Trusts
• Probate & Estate Administration
• Inheritance Tax Planning
• Court of Protection
• Exposure to HNW and complex estates (business assets, cross-border work)
• Mentor junior lawyers and work closely with directors on high-value estates
• Help shape the department’s future and contribute to leadership initiatives

People and Environment

The team includes two experienced directors, talented solicitors, trainees and apprentices, plus strong admin support. It’s a close-knit group with a great mix of collaboration and autonomy.

Progression

As a senior solicitor, you’ll mentor junior lawyers, work closely with directors on high-value estates, and help shape the department’s future. The firm is particularly interested in candidates who have experience managing or leading a team or department, with opportunities to step into a leadership role. Progression here is genuine. The firm has a strong track record of promoting from within, and partnership is achievable with mentoring and visibility.

Flexibility & Benefits

• Hybrid working is offered, with trust to manage your own time
• Private medical cover
• Pension
• Income protection
• 33 days’ holiday
• Meaningful wellbeing initiatives