Senior Private Client Solicitor – Leadership Path & HNW

Realm Recruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload and support the Head of Department. This key senior hire will help shape the future of the department and offers a clear pathway to leadership, valuing flexibility and work-life balance. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years PQE, strong experience in wills, LPAs, and probate, and must be confident in running a full caseload independently. This role comes with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits scheme

Free car parking

Excellent opportunities for professional development

Friendly and collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE Private Client Solicitor needed.
• Strong experience in managing wills, LPAs, and probate required.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues and support department leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Private Client caseload including wills, LPAs, and probate.
• Handle higher-value and more complex estates.
• Support the Head of Department and guide the team.

Skills

Running a full Private Client caseload independently

Experience across wills, LPAs, and probate

Exposure to HNW work

STEP qualification (Desired)

Comfortable supporting a Head of Department

Collaborative and commercially aware

Job description

A legal recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload and support the Head of Department. This key senior hire will help shape the future of the department and offers a clear pathway to leadership, valuing flexibility and work-life balance. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years PQE, strong experience in wills, LPAs, and probate, and must be confident in running a full caseload independently. This role comes with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development.