Private Client Solicitor Senior Associate

Salary:Bonus

Location: Surrey High-Quality Caseload & Career Progression

Our client a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Surrey is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (5 PQE) to join their respected team based in Dorking.

This is an excellent opportunity to handle a broad high-quality caseload working with a loyal client base while benefiting from a supportive collaborative culture and clear career progression. The role is particularly suited to a solicitor who values long-term client relationships and delivering sensitive high-calibre advice.

You will take ownership of your own files while contributing to the continued development of the private client department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on a wide range of private client matters including:
  • Wills and estate planning
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
  • Trusts and inheritance tax planning
• Manage a full caseload independently from initial instruction through to completion
• Draft and prepare wills LPAs trust deeds and related documentation
• Oversee estate administration including:
  • Applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
  • Liaising with HMRC on inheritance tax matters
  • Distribution of estate assets
• Deliver clear empathetic and practical advice to clients often in sensitive circumstances
• Ensure compliance with SRA regulations and AML requirements
• Maintain accurate and organised case management and file records
• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay abreast of legal updates

We are seeking a personable and technically proficient legal professional:

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx)
• Minimum 5 years PQE in private client work within a UK law firm (essential)
• Proven experience managing wills probate LPAs trusts and estate planning matters
• Strong understanding of inheritance tax and estate administration processes
• Proficiency with case management systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex matters clearly
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted long-term client relationships
• High levels of accuracy organisation and attention to detail
• A compassionate professional approach with strong ethical standards

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Generous annual leave bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training CPD and professional development support
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing team
• Opportunity to work on a high-quality and varied caseload
• Supportive team-oriented working environment
• Modern office

This role offers genuine opportunities for progression with scope to develop into a senior position within the department. You will be supported in building your expertise client base and professional profile.

To apply or discuss this opportunity in confidence please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email:

Take the next step in your private client career with a firm that values professional excellence client care and long-term development.

Confidentiality Notice:
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Our clients identity will be disclosed during the recruitment process.