Private Client Solicitor – Wills & Probate, Hybrid

Knightwell Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Automatic pension enrolment

Free mortgage advice

Free eye tests

Career development

Job summary

Knightwell Recruitment is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 4+ PQE for a role based in Bexleyheath / Petts Wood. The position offers hybrid working, with standard hours Monday to Friday, and a varied caseload across Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.

You will advise clients, manage files end-to-end and contribute to business development in a supportive team. The ideal candidate will handle wills, trusts and probate matters, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality service

Qualifications

• 4+ PQE as Private Client Solicitor.
• Excellent organisation, communication and attention to detail.
• Proactive, commercially aware with ability to develop client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Private Client caseload, including Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.
• Advise clients on Wills, Trusts, Probate and related matters.
• Handle probate applications and estate administration.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent client care.
• Keep up to date with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Manage workloads effectively and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive file records.
• Ensure billing is completed efficiently and work towards agreed targets.
• Support business development, networking and marketing initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues while taking responsibility for your own caseload.

Skills

Private Client Law

Wills & Estate Planning

Probate

Client relationship management

Job description

Knightwell Recruitment is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 4+ PQE for a role based in Bexleyheath / Petts Wood. The position offers hybrid working, with standard hours Monday to Friday, and a varied caseload across Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.

You will advise clients, manage files end-to-end and contribute to business development in a supportive team. The ideal candidate will handle wills, trusts and probate matters, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality service