Job Description
Position Title: Private Client Solicitor\n \n Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days remote after probation)\n \n Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience\n \n Reference: BH-37014\n \n Work Type: Full-time, Permanent\n\nAbout The Firm:\n \n My client is a highly respected London law firm with a long-standing commitment to providing first-class legal advice across multiple disciplines. Founded in 1977, the firm is built on strong ethical values and is known for helping ordinary people through extraordinary events. With a track record of major legal awards and industry recognition, my client’s Private Client Team is a key part of their service, handling Wills, Probate, and Trust matters.\n \n Position Overview:\n \n The firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor (1-2 years PQE) to manage their own caseload of Wills, Probate, Lasting Power of Attorney, and PI Trust matters, while assisting Partners when necessary.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Legal 500-recommended team and work alongside experienced professionals in a highly regarded law firm.\n \n Key Responsibilities:\n • Manage a caseload of Wills, Probate, Lasting Power of Attorney, and PI Trust matters.\n • Draft wills and amendments in accordance with client needs.\n • Handle estate administration, including obtaining grants of probate and letters of administration.\n • Support internal departments with Letters of Administration for litigation purposes.\n • Draft and advise on Lasting Powers of Attorney.\n • Assist in PI Trust matters, working alongside the Personal Injury department (training provided).\n • Handle initial client enquiries with professionalism and empathy.\n • Work closely with paralegals, trainees, and support staff in the Private Client team.\n \n Requirements:\n \n Essential:\n • 1-2 years PQE as a Private Client Solicitor.\n • Experience in drafting wills and estate administration.\n • Proven ability to obtain grants of probate and letters of administration.\n • Knowledge of Lasting Powers of Attorney.\n • Close attention to detail with strong drafting and case management skills.\n • Personable and professional, with excellent communication skills.\n \n Desirable:\n • Experience in PI Trust matters (training will be provided).\n • A strong interest in growing and developing within a leading Private Client team.\n \n The Benefits & How to Apply:\n • Competitive remuneration, dependent on experience.\n • Hybrid working structure (3 days in office, 2 days remote after probation).\n • Support from paralegals, trainees, and administrative staff.\n • Excellent career development opportunities within a Legal 500-recommended team.\n \n Apply in the strictest confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.\n \n Contact Person: Shabir Jiza\n Contact Email: (url removed)\n Contact Phone: (phone number removed)\n \n IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.\n \nIn accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19]((url removed))