Private Client Solicitor

St Albans – £45,000 - £65,000

Private Client Solicitor (2+ PQE)
Legal 500 Firm | Up to £70,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Location: Hertfordshire | Hybrid Working + Parking Available

I’m delighted to be working in partnership with a prestigious Legal 500 and Chambers HNW-ranked firm in Hertfordshire, known for its top-tier private client practice. This is a standout opportunity for a talented Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE to join a leading team recognised for its technical excellence and high-net-worth client base.

What’s on offer:
  • Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Bonus scheme and excellent benefits
  • Hybrid working for true flexibility
  • On-site parking
  • A progressive firm with clear paths for development and promotion
The Team: You'll be joining one of the largest and most experienced private client teams in Hertfordshire, consisting of:
  • 4 Partners, 1 Consultant, 3 Senior Associates, 6 Solicitors
  • 1 Court of Protection Manager and 4 Legal Assistants

The Work: The team is structured across three key specialisms:
  • Wealth protection and estate planning including IHT and estate administration
  • Lifetime planning including LPAs, Court of Protection and deputyships
  • Trusts, with a dedicated specialist team
What We’re Looking For:
  • Minimum 2 years PQE in private client law
  • Strong technical ability and confidence handling complex matters
  • A client-focused solicitor with a proactive, collaborative and motivated approach
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships
  • Experience with probate case management systems would be advantageous
  • STEP or SFE qualification (or working towards) is highly desirable
Why Join? This firm is genuinely invested in your growth. Many of the current partners trained and qualified with the team. You'll be given every opportunity to develop a specialist area of interest, receive tailored support, and build a long-term future within a respected, supportive and forward-thinking firm.

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Lorraine Terry

Senior Recruitment Consultant
0203 846 3071

lorraine@douglas-scott.co.uk

Lorraine Terry is an Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having been with the company for under a year. Lorraine previously worked at Douglas Scott before taking a break to have her little girl. She then worked with the NHS as a recruitment consultant, and has now returned to legal recruitment and the team, which she missed. Lorraine is most looking forward to building her desk back up and getting to know everyone. If she weren’t in recruitment, Lorraine would likely consider going back to university to become a midwife, as she loves making a difference in people’s lives. Outside of work, she loves cooking and baking with her son and daughter, especially on weekends.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Wills & Probate Law
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £45,000 - £65,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: St Albans
  • Reference: 1223302