Private Client Solicitor
18 days ago
London
Private Client Solicitor – Central London (3+ PQE, Flex for Strong Candidates) Above-market salary + bonus | Fast-track progression | Modern, expanding firm I’m recruiting on behalf of a young, modern, and rapidly growing law firm that is strengthening its Private Client offering in London. Established just 10 years ago and now opening its 6th office, the firm has built a strong reputation for high-quality work, ambitious growth, and exceptional career development. They are now seeking a Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join their London office, where you’ll step into an existing, well-structured caseload from day one - while also being fully supported to grow your own profile and following. The Opportunity This is an ideal role for a solicitor who wants both stability and opportunity: a solid pipeline of work already in place, combined with the freedom to shape the department’s future in London. You’ll manage a varied and high-quality caseload including: • Wills and estate planning, • Probate and estate administration, • Trusts, • Lasting Powers of Attorney, • Court of Protection matters, • Tax and succession planning Once settled, you’ll also have the platform to build your own network and client base - something the firm actively encourages and invests in. A Firm That Backs Ambition One of the standout features of this practice is its commitment to developing ambitious lawyers. They have a strong track record of fast-tracking careers, with multiple solicitors progressing into senior, leadership, and partner-track roles far quicker than the market norm. You’ll benefit from: • A dedicated marketing team, • Full support from the Managing Partner, • Events, campaigns, and BD initiatives signed off quickly, • Budget for networking, client lunches, and relationship-building, • Encouragement to build your own following and personal brand This is a firm where entrepreneurial lawyers thrive and where your ideas will be welcomed, not slowed down by layers of hierarchy. Key Responsibilities • Managing an existing private client caseload with confidence and autonomy, • Delivering exceptional client care to both new and longstanding clients, • Engaging in BD and networking (with full firm backing), • Contributing to the growth and long-term strategy of the London team, • Working collaboratively across the wider practice What You’ll Bring • 3+ years’ PQE in private client work (flexible for strong candidates with a proven track record), • Solid technical grounding across wills, probate, trusts, LPAs, and estate planning, • Confidence working independently while contributing to a supportive team, • A proactive, commercially minded approach, • Enthusiasm for BD, networking, and building a personal profile, • Ambition to progress into senior, leadership, or partner-track roles What’s on Offer • Above-market salary (DOE), • Discretionary bonus, • High level of autonomy and trust, • Clear, fast-track progression routes - including senior and partner-level opportunities, • Full BD and marketing support to grow your own following, • Hybrid and flexible working options, • Central London office in the heart of the legal district, • A culture that champions growth, collaboration, and long-term development Benefits • Competitive salary + bonus, • Company pension, • Extra day of holiday for your birthday, • Training and tuition support (subject to discretion), • NHS private top-up insurance, • Access to interest-free loans, • Regular social events Our Promise - Stride Recruitment We put you at the centre of everything we do. Expect clear communication, honest feedback, and regular updates throughout the hiring process. Your privacy matters - your application is always handled confidentially and never shared without your permission. We look forward to supporting you in the next step of your career.