Senior Solicitor - Private Client

Oculus Legal Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal firm in Glasgow seeks a Senior Private Client Solicitor to advise clients on Wills, Trusts, and Tax Planning, while collaborating to expand their Private Client services. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, a client-focused approach, and a desire for career progression within a supportive environment. In return, the firm offers competitive remuneration and benefits along with hybrid working arrangements for work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Excellent work-life balance

Clear career progression pathway

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ PQE in Private Client.
• Sound technical knowledge in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Advise on Wills, Trusts, Tax Planning, and Succession.
• Handle complex estate planning for HNW clients.
• Support business development in a collaborative team.

Skills

Private Client Law

Attention to Detail

Client-Focused Approach

Job description

Private Client Senior Solicitor | Strategic Appointment | Glasgow

This isn’t just another Private Client role. It’s a genuine opportunity to step into a key position within a respected firm as part of their growth strategy - offering autonomy, progression and long-term career development.

🌿 The Opportunity

• Advise clients across Wills, Executries, Trusts, Tax Planning, Powers of Attorney and Succession planning matters.
• Handle complex estate planning for a varied client base including HNW clients.
• Collaborate across departments to grow the Private Client offering via cross-referrals and be guided on developing your own business development skills in a supportive manner.
• Support the Partner in shaping the future of the practice, geared towards this appointment taking that lead role in the team.

💼 About You

• Ideally you will have 3+ years’ PQE in Private Client with a sound level of technical knowledge, attention to detail and a client-focused approach.
• This appointment would align well to an ambitious and motivated private client professional who is seeking a clear supported pathway in an environment that is focussed on developing your technical and practice leadership skills.

✨ What’s on Offer

• A clear route to senior level within a well-structured, supportive team. Hybrid working arrangements and excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits and a genuine involvement in succession planning and practice leadership.

📩 Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity or for a confidential conversation, please contact Hugh Hardie at Oculus Legal Group :

Email : [e-mail]

Mobile : [phone]

Oculus Legal Group partners with Scotland’s leading firms on senior and strategic appointments. Even if this role isn’t the perfect fit, I’m happy to share market insight, discuss career development, and provide guidance on long-term progression, helping you make informed decisions about your next steps whenever the time is right.