Senior Private Client Solicitor

Henderson Scott Limited; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to lead and grow its Wills & Estate Planning team in Basingstoke. The role focuses on complex private client work, including wills, probate, trusts and LPAs, with opportunities to network and develop a personal client base.

The successful candidate will handle a broad range of matters, support Partners, and contribute to the ongoing growth of the team in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ PQE in Private Client law.
• Strong experience in Wills, probate and estate planning.
• Experience with trusts and LPAs/Court of Protection is desirable.
• Excellent drafting and technical skills.
• Proactive business development and client networking.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of Private Client matters including wills, probate, trusts and estate planning.
• Advising on tax implications and estate planning strategies.
• Assist Partners and develop your own caseload within a growing team.
• Build and maintain relationships with professional intermediaries and clients.

Skills

Private Client

Wills

Estate planning

Probate

LPAs

Court of Protection

Business development

Client relationships

Job description

Senior Private Client Solicitor - Wills & Estate Planning

Location: Basingstoke

Experience: 4+ PQE

Salary: £55,000+ DOE

Working: Hybrid available

A well-established regional law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Private Client Solicitor to join its Wills & Estate Planning team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor looking to take a senior role within an established department, with responsibility for developing their own caseload, supporting Partners and playing an active role in the continued growth of the team.

The Role

The successful candidate will handle a broad range of Private Client matters, including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trust creation and administration
• Court of Protection applications and deputyship matters
• Advising on testamentary and succession matters
• Advising on tax implications and estate planning
• Supporting Partners with complex Private Client matters
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Identifying opportunities for cross-referrals across the firm

There will also be a strong focus on business development and networking, with the opportunity to grow and expand your own client base.

You will work closely with a range of professional contacts, including financial advisers, wealth managers and tax advisers, while also collaborating with other teams within the firm to develop cross-referral opportunities.

About You

The firm is looking for a Private Client Solicitor with 4+ PQE who is technically strong, commercially minded and confident in developing relationships.

Ideally, you will have:

• Strong experience across Wills, probate and estate planning
• Experience with Trusts preferred, although not essential
• Experience with LPAs and/or Court of Protection matters
• Excellent technical and drafting skills
• The confidence to network and develop your own client base
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build relationships with professional intermediaries
• A proactive approach to business development
• The ability to manage your own caseload while supporting more senior colleagues

The firm is committed to supporting training and professional development, including opportunities to further develop your Private Client expertise.

Why Join?

This is a particularly attractive opportunity for a solicitor who wants more than simply running a caseload. You will have the opportunity to develop your own client base, contribute to the growth of the department and work closely with Partners, with genuine scope for long‑term career progression.

£55,000+ salary DOE, alongside a supportive working environment and opportunities for continued professional development.