{ “@context”: “http://schema.org”, “@type”: “JobPosting”, “title”: “Private Client Associate/Senior Associate – 5 – 8 PQE”, “description”: “Private Client Solicitor – Wealth & Estate Planning An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a thriving Personal Wealth and Estate Planning team. QED Legal is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, highly regarded full-service law firm with multiple offices across the region. The firm has built an excellent reputation through the dedication and expertise of its people, combining a progressive, forward-thinking approach with the enduring values of a trusted legal adviser. Our client is seeking a skilled Private Client Solicitor with approximately 5–8 years’ PQE to join its expanding team in a vibrant city-centre location. STEP qualification is desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload with Partner oversight and will be expected to contribute from day one.
- Advising on and preparing tailored Wills and succession planning arrangements
- Delivering strategic capital tax and estate planning advice for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, agricultural clients, and entrepreneurs
- Handling complex estate administrations, including matters involving trusts and coordination with external advisers
- Managing intestate estate matters
- Drafting and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Advising on and establishing lifetime Trusts, as well as ongoing trust administration
- Contributing to business development initiatives and networking within the local professional community
- Career development – Genuine support to grow expertise and specialise in areas of interest
- Collaborative environment – Opportunity to work closely with clients, their families, and professional advisers including accountants and financial planners
- High-quality work – Exposure to complex, high-value, and technically rewarding matters
- Flexible working – Hybrid/agile arrangements with a central office base
- Supportive culture – A friendly, inclusive team that values work-life balance
- Modern infrastructure – Investment in the latest legal technology and staff wellbeing
- Cross-referral opportunities – A collegiate ethos that encourages collaboration across practice areas
- Competitive package – Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits
Company: qed legal
Location: York
Job Description:
Private Client Solicitor – Wealth & Estate Planning An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a thriving Personal Wealth and Estate Planning team. QED Legal is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, highly regarded full-service law firm with multiple offices across the region. The firm has built an excellent reputation through the dedication and expertise of its people, combining a progressive, forward-thinking approach with the enduring values of a trusted legal adviser. Our client is seeking a skilled Private Client Solicitor with approximately 5–8 years’ PQE to join its expanding team in a vibrant city-centre location. STEP qualification is desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload with Partner oversight and will be expected to contribute from day one.
- Advising on and preparing tailored Wills and succession planning arrangements
- Delivering strategic capital tax and estate planning advice for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, agricultural clients, and entrepreneurs
- Handling complex estate administrations, including matters involving trusts and coordination with external advisers
- Managing intestate estate matters
- Drafting and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Advising on and establishing lifetime Trusts, as well as ongoing trust administration
- Contributing to business development initiatives and networking within the local professional community
- Career development – Genuine support to grow expertise and specialise in areas of interest
- Collaborative environment – Opportunity to work closely with clients, their families, and professional advisers including accountants and financial planners
- High-quality work – Exposure to complex, high-value, and technically rewarding matters
- Flexible working – Hybrid/agile arrangements with a central office base
- Supportive culture – A friendly, inclusive team that values work-life balance
- Modern infrastructure – Investment in the latest legal technology and staff wellbeing
- Cross-referral opportunities – A collegiate ethos that encourages collaboration across practice areas
- Competitive package – Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits
For additional information please reach out to Eoghan at QED Legal via the details provided….
Posted: May 22nd, 2026