Newly Qualified Solicitor – Private

A leading Westminster law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified (NQ) Solicitor to join its highly regarded Private Client team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor to develop their career within a respected boutique practice, advising high-net-worth individuals, families, trustees and entrepreneurs on complex private wealth matters.

The successful NQ Solicitor will work alongside experienced Partners and Senior Associates on a broad range of private client matters, gaining exposure to sophisticated estate planning, trusts, tax and estate administration work. The role offers excellent training, early responsibility and long-term career development within a collaborative and supportive team.

The Private Client Solicitor’s Role

The successful Private Client Solicitor will support clients across a broad range of private client matters, including:

• Drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and related estate planning documents
• Advising clients on inheritance tax, capital gains tax and estate planning strategies
• Assisting with lifetime gifting and Deeds of Gift
• Supporting the creation, administration and variation of trusts
• Advising trustees on their duties, obligations and reporting requirements
• Preparing trust documentation, deeds of appointment and deeds of variation
• Assisting with probate applications and complex estate administration

The Private Client Solicitor

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales (NQ) or due to qualify imminently
• Completed a training contract with experience in Private Client law
• Strong academic background
• Genuine interest in Private Client work, including Wills, Trusts, Tax and Estates
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients
• A proactive, professional and collaborative approach
• STEP qualification or interest in working towards STEP would be advantageous

In Return

• £50,000 to £60,000 salary
• Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Private Client practice
• Exposure to high-net-worth and complex international client matters
• Structured NQ development programme
• Mentoring from experienced Partners and Senior Lawyers
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Annual bonus scheme

This is an excellent opportunity for a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor looking to build their career within a respected London practice, gaining high-quality experience while working alongside experienced specialists in private wealth and estate planning.