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Job summary
A renowned legal firm in London seeks a Senior Private Client Solicitor to lead its department, offering hybrid working and competitive salary. The role involves mentoring junior lawyers and engaging with clients while shaping the firm's strategic direction. Candidates should have over 5 years' PQE and a strong record in private client work.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years' PQE in private client work.
- Proven track record in client engagement and mentoring junior lawyers.
- Ability to lead and shape a department.
Responsibilities
- Lead private client work and manage the department.
- Mentor junior lawyers and engage with clients.
- Contribute to firm strategy and shape the department's goals.
Skills
If you’re a senior Private Client solicitor thinking about a new challenge, this role at a long-standing North London firm might just hit the mark. They’re looking for someone to lead their Private Client department — not just handle files, but help shape the future of the team and play a visible role in the wider firm. It’s a great fit for someone who wants real input, real ownership, and the chance to build something that reflects their way of working.
The work itself is broad and interesting — estate and tax planning, trusts, probate, LPAs, Court of Protection, and working alongside a strong disputes team on contentious matters. But what really stands out here is the setup.
You can expect:
- Hybrid working (2 days from home as standard)
- A genuinely supportive, people-first culture
- Competitive salary and well-rounded benefits
- Performance-based incentives and recognition for client development
- Clear route to progression, with space to make the role your own
- Senior leadership that values ideas and trusts you to lead
Lead from the front in private client work, mentoring junior lawyers, engaging with clients, and contributing to firm strategy. Manage and shape the Private Client department to reflect the firm’s goals and client needs.
They’re after someone upwards of 5 years’ PQE, with a solid track record in private client work and the confidence to lead from the front.
If that sounds like it could be a good fit for where you are right now, feel free to get in touch for a confidential chat.
Contact: leon.sokell@qedlegal.com | 07932465567
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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