Private Client Solicitor | Leading Regional L500, Competitive Benefits Package

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension

Death in service

Gym membership

Discounted legal services

Free parking

Qualifications support

Maternity & parental leave

Job summary

Predominant Legal 500 regional firm in London seeks a Wills & Probate Solicitor to join its growing private client team. You will handle a varied caseload including drafting wills, advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney, estate administration and probate, and trusts and estate planning.

You will run your own files with the support of an experienced, collaborative team, delivering high-quality client care and technical excellence while continuing to deepen your private client expertise.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in wills and probate.
• Strong technical ability across private client matters.
• Ability to manage own caseload independently and proactively.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills and provide LPA advice.
• Administer estates and handle probate matters.
• Manage trusts and estate planning for diverse clients.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive private client team.

Skills

Wills & probate expertise

Client communications

Attention to detail

Caseload management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

STEP qualification desirable

Job description

Wills & Probate Solicitor | Predominant Legal 500 Regional Firm

A leading Legal 500 recognised regional firm, known for its award winning private client practice, is seeking a Wills & Probate Solicitor to join its highly regarded and growing team. With a strong reputation for excellence and a genuinely supportive culture, this firm offers an outstanding opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career in a progressive environment. The team is already very fleshed out, with experts in the field across all levels of seniority. They are well known for taking on complex and high value work whilst not lossing the approachable touch of a well connected high street practice.

This is a chance to join a thriving department where you will benefit from high quality work, strong leadership, and a firm that actively invests in your long term development.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of private client matters, handling a broad mix of work including drafting wills, advising on and preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney, estate administration and probate, and trusts and estate planning.

You will have the autonomy to run your own files while working closely with an experienced and collaborative team, ensuring a high standard of client care and technical delivery across all matters.

This role offers excellent exposure to a diverse client base and the opportunity to build long term client relationships while continuing to deepen your expertise.

The Candidate

You will be a qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in wills and probate work, or equivalent experience.

You will demonstrate strong technical ability across a range of private client matters, alongside excellent attention to detail and a client focused approach. The ability to manage your own caseload independently is key, as is a proactive and organised working style.

You will be a team player who contributes positively to a collaborative culture, with a genuine commitment to delivering high quality legal services. STEP qualification, or working towards it, will be advantageous.

The Firm

This multi award winning firm has built a strong reputation across the region for its high quality legal services and forward thinking approach. The private client team is particularly well regarded, offering expertise across a broad range of matters and a supportive, inclusive working environment.

The firm places a strong emphasis on career progression, wellbeing, and rewarding performance, making it an excellent long term home for ambitious solicitors.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and quarterly bonus scheme
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave
• Up to 6 weeks occupational sick pay
• Private healthcare scheme
• Enhanced pension contributions for Associates and above
• Death in service benefit at Associate level and above
• Subsidised gym membership
• Discounted legal services
• Free local parking
• Financial support for qualifications and career development

This is an excellent opportunity for a private client solicitor to join a firm that truly values its people and provides the platform to progress your career. Be a part of the excpetionally high retention rate!