Senior Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Cheltenham is looking for an experienced Private Client Partner to manage a diverse caseload, including wills and estate planning. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and an impressive salary package alongside benefits like medical insurance and a pension scheme. This role is perfect for a seasoned lawyer seeking a supportive and collaborative environment to thrive. With defined responsibilities focused on client relationships and business development, this opportunity promises significant professional growth.

Benefits

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Sight Tests and Glasses Discounts

Bonus Scheme

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Pension Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Perks at Work Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Gym Membership Contribution

Flu Vaccinations

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a high-quality caseload of private client work.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Strong mentoring skills to support junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth initiatives to strengthen market presence.
• Deliver expert legal advice on all aspects of private client work.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with other partners.
• Mentor junior lawyers and foster a supportive culture.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Client relationship management

Legal advisory on private client work

Mentoring junior lawyers

Business development strategy

Job description

Private Client Partner – Cheltenham

Legal 500 Law Firm, Hybrid Working

Salary £90,000–£145,000 + 20% Bonus

Hybrid working, full-time or part-time considered

I’m supporting a leading Legal 500 firm in Cheltenham that is looking to appoint an experienced and ambitious Private Client Partner to join their expanding team. This award‑winning firm is well known for its exceptional calibre of work, collaborative culture, and genuine flexibility, creating the perfect setting for a senior lawyer seeking a meaningful and progressive career move.

You’ll oversee and manage a high-quality caseload covering the full spectrum of private client work, including wills, trusts, LPAs, estate planning, probate, and complex estate administration. The firm is fully committed to hybrid and flexible working, offering the balance senior lawyers increasingly value without compromising on exposure to premium quality work.

You’ll be joining a team recognised across Chambers, The Legal 500, and the High Net Worth Guide, reflecting the outstanding reputation of the firm’s private client offering.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive growth initiatives to strengthen market presence in Cheltenham and the wider regional landscape.
• Deliver expert legal advice on all aspects of private client work.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and support the firm’s business development strategy.
• Work collaboratively with other partners and practice areas across the firm.
• Mentor junior lawyers and foster a culture of support, collaboration, and continuous growth.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and uphold the firm’s commitment to excellence.

You’ll be supported by an exceptional leadership team and surrounded by respected practitioners, offering a rare opportunity to shape and influence the future of a highly successful private client practice. You’ll inherit an existing caseload, along with full administrative and strategic support.

Benefits include

• Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance
• Sight Tests and Glasses Discounts
• Bonus Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• 28 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Perks at Work Benefits Platform
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Gym Membership Contribution
• Flu Vaccinations

If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, I’d be delighted to arrange a confidential conversation.

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