Senior Private Client Solicitor

Staines – Salary negotiable based on experience

My client is a legal 500 law firm, currently looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to lead their team in SW London.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage a diverse and comprehensive private client caseload.
  • Take on leadership responsibilities by heading a division within the Private Client Department.
  • Supervise and mentor more junior members of team
  • Contribute to the continued growth and enhancement of the firm’s strong reputation in private client services.
  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with other professionals, including accountants, financial advisers, and care agencies, to provide well-rounded advice to clients.
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or STEP Member with substantial experience in Private Client law.
  • Ideally, 4-5 years of experience in managing a diverse caseload of private client matters.
  • Proven ability to mentor and support junior team members.
  • Demonstrated success in managing a busy, high-volume caseload independently while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with clients, colleagues, and professional referrers.
  • Strong IT skills.
  • Proven financial acumen and a commercial mindset.
Benefits:
  • Hybrid working
  • Health and Welfare grant 
  • Progression/ Development

Share this job

Leah Ellson

Associate Recruitment Consultant
0203 846 3071

leah.e@douglas-scott.co.uk

Leah joins as a Recruitment Consultant on our London desk, specialising in placing legal professionals within the South West region. She works with the leading firms across her region, from boutique to top tier Legal 500. Having obtained a Criminology degree from Chester University and further working in Sales and Recruitment roles for 6 years, Leah's skills lie in developing strong professional relationships and hitting targets.

In her spare time, Leah enjoys going out for food with her boyfriend, friends and family and staying fit by hitting the gym! 


Apply Now

Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Wills & Probate Law
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: Salary negotiable based on experience
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Staines
  • Reference: 951932