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Senior Private Client Lawyer - 5+ Years' Experience
Location: Reading
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
A well-established regional law firm is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEX), or STEP-qualified professional to join its busy and highly regarded Private Client team in Reading.
This is a senior position suited to an experienced practitioner with a strong technical background and proven leadership abilities. The role offers a blend of client-facing work, team supervision, and strategic input, with a clear opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of the team and wider firm.
The Role
The successful candidate will:
* Handle a broad caseload of private client matters including wills, trusts, estate administration, inheritance tax planning, elderly client matters, lasting powers of attorney, and Court of Protection work
* Lead a division within the Private Client department, providing supervision and mentorship to junior lawyers, trainees, and support staff
* Play a key role in business development and maintaining professional relationships with key contacts such as accountants, financial advisers, and care agencies
* Work closely with senior leadership to drive departmental growth and commercial strategy
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (LEXCEL and ISO)
* Contribute to the firm's strong reputation for client care and practical, high-quality advice
* A minimum of 5 years' experience handling a full private client caseload independently
* Experience supervising and supporting junior team members
* Strong communication and client care skills, with the ability to build long-lasting professional relationships
* Commercially minded with a proactive, solution-focused approach
* Well-organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
* Solid understanding of compliance requirements and quality assurance procedures
* STEP membership or working towards it
* Membership of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers
* Experience in marketing and business development initiatives
Key Skills & Attributes
* Technical expertise across the full spectrum of private client work
* Strategic thinker with leadership potential
* Empathetic, personable, and confident in dealing with a wide range of clients
* Collaborative team player with excellent mentoring and communication skills
* Strong IT skills and comfort with case management systems
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned private client lawyer to step into a senior role with leadership responsibilities, working in a supportive and progressive environment.
Applications are welcomed from candidates looking for a long-term career move with scope for continued development.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Law Practice
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