Senior Private Client Solicitor

Job description

Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) | Probate, Wills & Trusts | Hybrid

My client is a high-growth, tech-enabled business on a mission to modernise how people prepare for, and are supported after, death. By combining legal expertise with technology, empathy, and design, they are reshaping a long-established industry - and are just getting started.

The opportunity

They are looking for a Private Client Solicitor to join a growing legal team. You’ll take ownership of a varied caseload across probate, estate administration, wills, and trusts -while helping to build a more modern, scalable, and client-centred legal service.

This is an ideal role for someone ready to step beyond the traditional law firm model and have real influence on how services are delivered. There is also no business development required in this role.

What you’ll do

Manage probate matters (grant-only and full estate administration), including complex estates

• Act as a trusted client advisor, leading consultations with clarity and empathy
• Draft bespoke wills and advise on inheritance tax planning
• Set up and administer trusts (discretionary, life interest, bare)
• Deliver strategic advice on succession planning, asset protection, and tax efficiency
• Work with financial advisers and partners to provide joined-up solutions
• Help develop scalable processes, templates, and best practices

About you

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE in Private Client
• Strong probate and estate administration experience
• Skilled in complex wills, trusts, and estate planning
• STEP qualification (desirable)
• Highly organised, commercially aware, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communicator with a compassionate, client-first approach
• Motivated by innovation and building something new

Why join

• Share/equity incentive scheme
• Hybrid working + work abroad flexibility
• Flexible holiday + birthday off
• Private health & life insurance
• Enhanced parental leave & pension
• Learning, development, and entrepreneurial exposure
• Dog-friendly office, breakfast, snacks & wellbeing perks

If you want meaningful work, real ownership, and the chance to help redefine private client legal services, we’d love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English