Senior Private Client Solicitor

Henderson Scott Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor with over 10 years of post-qualification experience. You will advise high-net-worth clients on complex private client matters, including estate planning, trust creation, and succession strategies. The ideal candidate is committed to delivering exceptional client service. This role provides significant autonomy within a supportive team and offers a comprehensive benefits package, alongside flexible working practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working practices

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience with complex private client matters.
• Ability to work autonomously within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills and advise on probate and estate administration.
• Deliver comprehensive estate and succession planning advice.
• Advise on exit and succession strategies for businesses.
• Create and administer trusts.
• Provide business-minded advice tailored to clients.

Skills

Advising high-net-worth individuals

Client service excellence

Estate and succession planning

Education

Qualified solicitor

STEP qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

Private Client Solicitor | 10+ PQE

An established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a senior Private Client Solicitor to join its well-respected team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work closely with a sophisticated client base, including business owners and high-net-worth individuals.

The role offers high-quality, advisory-focused work and the chance to build long-term relationships with clients who value clear, commercially aware and efficient legal advice.

The Role

You will play a key role in advising clients on complex private client matters, often involving multi-generational planning and substantial business or personal assets. The position provides significant autonomy, with the support of a collaborative and experienced team, and the opportunity to contribute strategically to client planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting wills and advising on probate and estate administration
• Delivering comprehensive estate and succession planning advice
• Advising owner-managed businesses on exit and succession strategies
• Trust creation, administration and advisory work
• Providing pragmatic, business-minded advice tailored to individual client needs

About you

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 10 years' post-qualification experience
• Ideally STEP qualified (or equivalent)
• Comfortable advising high-net-worth individuals and business owners
• Committed to delivering an exceptional standard of client service

Benefits & Rewards

The firm offers a comprehensive and attractive benefits package which can be discussed during our call. Combined with a supportive culture, flexible working practices, and a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, this is a compelling opportunity for a senior private client solicitor seeking a long-term, high-quality role within a progressive firm.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today or contact Stephany Jardim at Henderson Scott on #removed# for more information.