Private Client Solicitor

Company: LR Legal Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

Experienced Non‑Contentious Private Client Solicitor – 5 years PQE+ – £65-80K dep on experience, North London

A leading boutique London practice is seeking an experienced non‑contentious private client solicitor to join its highly regarded team. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who enjoys focusing on probate and estate administration while taking on meaningful managerial oversight of a close‑knit team.

Working closely with the Head of Department, you’ll gain exposure to an unusually varied and high‑quality caseload, with the autonomy to shape your practice and contribute to the continued growth of the team.

The Role

As an experienced non‑contentious private client solicitor, you will:

  • Handle a broad range of matters focusing on probate and estate administration, wills, inheritance tax and estate planning.
  • Provide managerial oversight of a close‑knit team, including trainees and paralegals.
  • Work directly with clients, delivering clear, strategic advice and exceptional service.
  • Ensure compliance with SRA principles, risk management processes and internal procedures.
  • Contribute to business development, networking and the wider growth of the department.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced non‑contentious private client solicitor with:

  • A strong interest in a non‑contentious private client practice.
  • Excellent communication, drafting and organisational skills.
  • The ability to manage your own caseload focusing on probate and estate administration.
  • Confidence supervising others and providing managerial oversight of a close‑knit team.
  • At least 5 years’ PQE and a strong academic background (2:1 or above).

Benefits

  • Target‑related bonus
  • 25 days’ holiday plus birthdays and Christmas closure
  • Pension scheme
  • Group Life Assurance
  • Friendly, welcoming culture with a strong wellbeing programme
  • Free training opportunities
  • Monthly socials and an annual firm‑wide trip
  • Cycle to Work scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced non‑contentious private client solicitor who wants to work in a supportive, growing environment, focusing on probate and estate administration while taking on meaningful managerial oversight of a close‑knit team

Alison Banks at or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 464 2506 (office hours) or 07979952201 (out of office hours).

LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients.

The PQE identified in this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.

Posted: May 23rd, 2026