Private Client Solicitor

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

Location: Bromley - hybrid

Salary: £65-75,000

Experience: 3PQE+

The role offers excellent quality work and career progression.

OVERVIEW

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join a highly regarded Tier 2 Legal 500 Private Client team.

This is an opportunity to join one of the largest and most established Private Client teams in the South East, acting for a broad client base including high net worth individuals, families, business owners and vulnerable clients. The team is recognised for its technical expertise and long-standing client relationships, advising across all areas of private wealth, succession planning and estate administration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise clients on Wills, estate planning, inheritance tax planning and succession matters.
• Handle probate and estate administration, including taxable and more complex estates.
• Draft and advise on trusts, trust administration and related tax considerations.
• Prepare and register Lasting Powers of Attorney and advise on deputyship and Court of Protection matters where required.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, professional referrers and intermediaries.
• Work closely with colleagues across departments to deliver a seamless service to private wealth clients.
• Participate in networking and business development initiatives to support the continued growth of the department.

ABOUT YOU

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE in Private Client.
• Strong experience advising on Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, LPAs and Trusts.
• Experience dealing with inheritance tax and estate planning matters.
• Excellent client care and communication skills with a personable and professional approach.
• An interest in developing client relationships and contributing to business development.
• STEP qualification or working towards STEP would be advantageous but is not essential.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service and seniority (up to 32 days).
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Life assurance.
• Home working equipment allowance, plus laptop and second screen provided.
• Structured career progression with clear fee earner pathways.
• Support for professional qualifications.
• Friendly, collaborative culture with regular social events and community volunteering opportunities.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today or contact me using the details below for a confidential conversation:

E: Samanta.rimicane@simpsonjudge.co.uk

P: 07879490799

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bromley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

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