Senior Private Client Solicitor | Lead & Shape Dept

QED Legal LLP; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in North West London is seeking an experienced Senior Private Client Solicitor to manage a high-quality caseload. This influential role involves supervision, mentoring, and strategic development within a close-knit team. Ideal candidates should possess at least 5 years of PQE, strong client-facing skills, and ambition to contribute to departmental direction. This position offers substantial autonomy, a supportive work culture, and excellent development opportunities, with additional benefits including holiday perks and a pension contribution.

Benefits

Target related bonus

25 days’ holiday plus additional time

Pension contribution

Life assurance

Friendly and supportive culture

Ongoing training and career progression

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years PQE as a private client solicitor.
• Strong technical expertise across Wills, LPAs, trusts, and estate planning.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-quality private client caseload.
• Supervise and develop solicitors, trainees, and paralegals.
• Maintain excellent client care and act as a trusted adviser.

Skills

Technical expertise in Wills

Client facing skills

Supervisory experience

Strategic mindset

Attention to detail

Education

At least 5 PQE as a private client solicitor

STEP qualification

Job description

A leading law firm in North West London is seeking an experienced Senior Private Client Solicitor to manage a high-quality caseload. This influential role involves supervision, mentoring, and strategic development within a close-knit team. Ideal candidates should possess at least 5 years of PQE, strong client-facing skills, and ambition to contribute to departmental direction. This position offers substantial autonomy, a supportive work culture, and excellent development opportunities, with additional benefits including holiday perks and a pension contribution.