Senior Private Client Solicitor

QED Legal LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established legal firm in North West London seeks a Senior Private Client Solicitor to manage wills, estates, and trusts. The role offers leadership opportunities within a supportive environment and flexible hybrid working. Ideal candidates possess strong technical skills and a proven ability to manage client relations. Responsibilities include wills, probate, and tax advisement.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Full secretarial support

State-of-the-art office space

Qualifications

• Experience with wills, estate planning, and probate administration.
• Knowledge of inheritance tax and trust matters.
• Ability to manage own files with autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Manage wills and estate planning for clients.
• Oversee probate and estate administration process.
• Advise on inheritance tax and trust matters.
• Handle powers of attorney and Court of Protection cases.

Skills

Technical proficiency in private client work

Commercial awareness

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

I''m working with an established and forward-thinking multi-branch firm in North West London who is looking to appoint a Senior Private Client Solicitor. This is a rare opportunity to join a practice with an excellent reputation in private client work, and to take a meaningful role in shaping the future of the department.

Role and requirements

The successful candidate will step into a well-supported position with a strong existing client base, while being given the freedom and responsibility to develop the practice further. You’ll benefit from a newly refurbished, state-of-the-art office space, combined with a genuinely flexible hybrid working model and full secretarial support.

Responsibilities

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Inheritance tax and trust matters
• Powers of attorney and Court of Protection

What we’re looking for

You’ll be trusted to run your own files with autonomy, while also playing a strategic role in developing the team’s long-term direction. This would suit someone who is technically strong, commercially aware, and confident working directly with clients—someone looking to move beyond a purely fee-earning role and into something with genuine scope for leadership and progression.

About the firm

The firm has a close-nit culture and is committed to supporting ambitious lawyers with the vision to help build something. This is a real opportunity to make your mark.

How to apply

If this would be of interest, do feel free to reach out or apply direct.

Contact: 07932465567 | [e-mail]