Private Client Solicitor - St Albans

GT Stewart Ltd; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Bonus scheme

Training & career development

Job summary

GT Stewart Ltd. is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join our St Albans team. You will manage a diverse caseload in wills, probate, LPA, and Court of Protection matters, with support from a collaborative private client group and administrative staff.

The role offers a hybrid working model in a well-regarded firm with opportunities to develop expertise and build strong client relationships in the South East region.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with approximately 4-5 years' PQE in Private Client work.
• STEP qualification preferred.
• Experience managing a varied caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle wills and estate planning, probate and estate administration.
• Handle Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters.
• Manage trusts and related private client work.
• Support junior colleagues where appropriate.

Skills

Private Client

Solicitor

Relationship building

Education

STEP qualification

Job description

Role: Private Client Solicitor

Location: St Albans

Salary: Dependent on experience

About GT Stewart

GT Stewart Solicitors & Advocates is a leading multi-office law firm recognised in Chambers UK, the Legal 500 and The Times Best Law Firms. With offices across London and the South East, we provide high-quality legal services across a broad range of practice areas and are committed to delivering outstanding client care.

Due to continued growth in our Private Client department, we are seeking an experienced solicitor to join our team based in our St Albans office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and well-established team with in a highly regarded firm that is continuing to expand its Private Client offering.

The Role

You will join a friendly and collaborative Private Client team handling a varied caseload of matters including:

• Wills and estate planning

• Probate and estate administration

• Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Court of Protection matters

• Trusts and related private client work

The successful candidate will manage their own caseload from instruction through to completion, supported by administrative staff where appropriate. You may also provide guidance and support to junior colleagues or assistants within the team.

There is an existing caseload available, allowing the successful candidate to quickly become established within the role.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will ideally:

• Be a qualified Solicitor with approximately 4-5 years' PQE in Private Client work, ideally STEP qualified

• Have experience managing a varied caseload independently

• Be confident handling matters from instruction to completion

• Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Be an excellent communicator, able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues and external professionals

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates the highest level of client care

• Manages files efficiently and in accordance with regulatory requirements

• Is enthusiastic, compassionate and flexible in their approach

• Is committed to delivering a high-quality and timely service to clients

Working With Us

At GT Stewart, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and collaborative working environment. Our offices benefit from modern IT systems and infrastructure designed to enable efficient and flexible working.

We operate a hybrid working model, combining office based and remote working, and place a strong emphasis on trust, professionalism and teamwork.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience

• Generous annual leave of 25 days plus bank holidays and additional Christmas/New Year closure

• Annual leave increases with length of servoce

• Bonus structures linked to firm performance

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities within a growing multi-office firm