Senior Private Client Solicitor

QED Legal; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-standing North London firm seeks a senior Private Client solicitor to lead their department. The role emphasizes mentoring and strategic contributions while offering a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive culture. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to shape a team and make their mark in private client law.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Supportive culture

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Path to progression

Qualifications

• Upwards of 5 years’ PQE in private client law.
• Solid track record in leading and mentoring junior lawyers.
• Experience in estate planning, trusts, and probate related matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Private Client department and shape its future.
• Mentor junior lawyers and engage with clients.
• Contribute to firm strategy and maintain a supportive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client Engagement

Strategic Contribution

Job description

If you’re a senior Private Client solicitor thinking about a new challenge, this role at a long-standingNorth Londonfirm might just hit the mark.
They’re looking for someone tolead their Private Client department— not just handle files, but help shape the future of the team and play a visible role in the wider firm. It’s a great fit for someone who wants real input, real ownership, and the chance to build something that reflects their way of working.
The work itself is broad and interesting — estate and tax planning, trusts, probate, LPAs, Court of Protection, and working alongside a strong disputes team on contentious matters. But what really stands out here is the setup.
You can expect:

• Hybrid working(2 days from home as standard)
• A genuinely supportive, people-first culture
• Competitive salary and well-rounded benefits
• Performance-based incentives and recognition for client development
• Clear route to progression, with space to make the role your own
• Senior leadership that values ideas and trusts you to lead

They’re after someone upwards of 5years’ PQE, with a solid track record in private client work and the confidence to lead from the front — whether that’s mentoring junior lawyers, engaging with clients, or contributing to firm strategy.

If that sounds like it could be a good fit for where you are right now, feel free to get in touch for a confidential chat.