Senior Private Client Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Oculus Legal Group in London seeks a Senior Private Client Solicitor to manage a varied private client caseload and supervise a small team. The role involves advising on wills, LPAs, probate, and estate administration for high-net-worth clients, with a focus on building long-term client relationships.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years' PQE, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to work independently while contributing to firm growth. Office-based in South West London.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' PQE in Private Client.
• Strong knowledge across Wills, Probate, LPAs and Estate Administration.
• Experience dealing with high-net-worth clients and estates.
• Supervisory or mentoring experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied private client caseload from instruction through to completion.
• Advise clients on Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Estate Administration and related private client matters.
• Handle high-net-worth estates and more complex private client work.
• Supervise and support an existing team.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to growth of the department.

Skills

Client relationship management

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Job Title: Senior Private Client Solicitor

Location: South West London (Office-Based)

Salary: Up to £70,000

Practice Area: Private Client

PQE: 6+ PQE

About the Opportunity

I'm currently working with a well-established and growing law firm in South West London that is looking to appoint an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to take on a broad private client caseload while also playing a key role in supervising and developing a small, established team. The firm has built a strong reputation for client care and is seeking someone who enjoys building long-term client relationships and delivering high-quality legal advice.

Job Overview

• Manage a varied private client caseload from instruction through to completion.
• Advise clients on Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Estate Administration and related private client matters.
• Handle a range of high-net-worth estates and more complex private client work.
• Supervise and support an existing team comprising a Senior Consultant and two Paralegals.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing an exceptional level of service throughout each matter.
• Work closely with the firm's leadership team and contribute to the continued growth of the private client department.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years' PQE in Private Client.
• Strong technical knowledge across Wills, Probate, LPAs and Estate Administration.
• Experience dealing with high-net-worth clients and estates.
• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and client care skills, with the ability to manage matters independently.
• Competent IT skills and experience using legal case management systems.