Senior Private Client Solicitor – Wills & Estates (5+ PQE)

Vincere; Dorking; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Training, CPD and development support

Career progression opportunities

High-quality, varied caseload

Supportive team environment

Modern office

Job summary

Vincere is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join a Surrey-based team in Dorking. You will handle a high-quality caseload, focusing on wills, probate, LPAs, trusts and tax planning, while developing client relationships within a supportive firm culture.

The role offers a clear career progression path, a competitive salary of £55k–£75k + bonus, and a professional environment that values accuracy, ethics and client care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEx with UK registration.
• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in private client work in a UK law firm.
• Proven experience managing wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, and estate planning.
• Strong understanding of inheritance tax and estate administration processes.
• Proficiency with case management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build long-term client relationships.
• High levels of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail.
• Compassionate, professional approach with strong ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a wide range of private client matters such as wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, and estate planning.
• Manage a full caseload independently from instruction to completion.
• Draft wills, LPAs, trust deeds and related documentation.
• Oversee estate administration including grants of probate and administration; liaise with HMRC on inheritance tax matters.
• Deliver clear, empathetic and practical advice to clients.
• Ensure compliance with SRA regulations and AML requirements.
• Maintain accurate case management and file records.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay updated on legal developments.

Skills

Private client law

Wills & estate planning

Excellent communication skills

Client relationship management

UK law firm experience

Case management proficiency

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEx (UK)

5+ years PQE in private client work

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vincere is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join a Surrey-based team in Dorking. You will handle a high-quality caseload, focusing on wills, probate, LPAs, trusts and tax planning, while developing client relationships within a supportive firm culture.

The role offers a clear career progression path, a competitive salary of £55k–£75k + bonus, and a professional environment that values accuracy, ethics and client care.