Senior Private Client Lawyer - Trusts & Estate Planning

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the West Midlands is seeking a Senior Private Client Lawyer with over 8 years of PQE to join their close-knit team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in estate planning and a proactive approach to client relations, offering an excellent opportunity for career progression and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' PQE focusing on trusts and estate planning.
• Proven experience with high net worth clients.
• Strong professional network with accountants and wealth managers.

Responsibilities

• Advising high net worth clients on complex estate structures.
• Developing strong relationships with clients and professional referrers.
• Contributing to the growth of the department.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Commercial awareness

Technical expertise

Proactive mindset

Collaboration

Education

Full STEP membership

8+ years PQE in private client work

Job description

Job Description

Practice Area: Private Client

Experience Level: Senior / 8+ PQE

A leading law firm in the West Midlands is seeking to recruit a Senior Private Client Lawyer with substantial experience in estate planning and trust work. Ideally, the successful candidate will be a full STEP member and will join an established, close-knit team known for its professionalism and long-standing client relationships.

This role is suited to a highly experienced practitioner who enjoys advising high net worth clients, particularly business owners, on complex estate structures and trust matters. The ideal individual will possess strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and the ability to foster trusted relationships with both clients and professional referrers.

Key Requirements:

• A minimum of 8 years' PQE in private client work, with a strong focus on trusts and estate planning
• Proven experience advising HNW individuals, entrepreneurs, and business owners
• Full STEP membership is highly desirable
• Existing professional connections with accountants, IFAs, and wealth managers would be advantageous
• Strong client-facing skills and a proactive, solution-driven mindset
• A collaborative team player who values a supportive working environment

The Firm Offers:

• A welcoming and supportive team environment with excellent staff retention
• High-quality, complex private client work and a loyal client base
• Clear opportunities for career progression and contribution to departmental growth
• A competitive salary and benefits package

The role is based at the firm's West Midlands head office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Private Client lawyer looking to take the next step in their career within a firm that values integrity, collaboration, and long-term client care.

For more information on this opportunity and to have a confidential chat please contact Helen Abrahams.

Please note that where a level of experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.