Private Client Solicitor - Wills, Trusts & Probate
Location: Hybrid (St Albans, UK)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
PQE: 2-9PQE
The Opportunity
A highly regarded law firm in St Albans is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its leading Wills, Trusts & Probate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with a strong technical background to work on complex private client matters within a Legal 500 Tier 1 and Chambers HNW Band 1 ranked team.
The firm has one of the largest and most experienced private client teams in Hertfordshire, advising a wide range of clients, from local families to high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and celebrities across the UK. The role offers exposure to a diverse caseload and the opportunity to develop expertise in a specialist area of private client law.
The Role
The successful candidate will handle a variety of private client matters, including:
1. Inheritance tax and estate planning, including advising business owners and wealthy individuals.
2. Estate administration, including high-value and complex estates.
3. Trust creation and administration, working with a specialist trusts team.
4. Lifetime planning, including Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) and Court of Protection matters.
5. Working collaboratively with family, corporate, property, and employment teams to support high-net-worth clients.
Candidate Requirements
1. 2+ years PQE in private client law (up to 9 years PQE considered).
2. Strong technical expertise in wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning.
3. Ability to work with minimal supervision and handle complex cases.
4. A client-focused approach, taking responsibility for service levels and client relationships.
5. A motivated and proactive attitude, with a willingness to engage in business development.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Strong team player, able to work closely with other legal departments.
8. Good IT skills, with experience in probate case management systems being advantageous.
9. A STEP accreditation (or working towards one) would be highly desirable.
Why Join?
1. Work in a Tier 1 Legal 500 and Chambers Band 1 ranked team.
2. Opportunity to develop a specialist expertise within private client law.
3. Strong commitment to training, supervision, and career progression.
4. Hybrid working arrangements.
5. A supportive and collaborative team culture.
This role is ideal for a solicitor looking to advance their career within a dynamic and growing private client team that offers exposure to high-net-worth clients and complex cases.
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