Job Description:
Senior Private Client Solicitor
Location: New Milton or Salisbury (Office-based)
Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: 09:00-17:00 (With a 1-hour lunch break)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)
Kamro has partnered with a prestigious, family-run law firm with offices in Salisbury and New Milton. The firm offers a broad spectrum of legal services to individuals, businesses, and the military, with a strong commitment to personal service and client-focused advice. With over 25 qualified lawyers on their team, they have a reputation for excellence in both client care and legal expertise.
This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Probate Practitioner to take on a leadership role within a growing and dynamic team. As a Senior Private Client Solicitor, you will have the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive environment with clear pathways for career progression, including the potential to step into a Head of Department role.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a diverse caseload of high-value private client matters, including Wills, Probate, Trusts, Tax Planning, Guardianship, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Court of Protection work.
- Leading on complex legal matters, ensuring a high standard of output and client service across all areas of Private Client work.
- Developing and nurturing relationships with both new and existing clients, contributing to business development initiatives to grow your caseload and the firm's reach.
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members, providing guidance and helping to shape the future of the department.
- Collaborating with colleagues across the Salisbury and New Milton offices to provide exceptional client service and drive departmental growth.
- Contributing to the department's strategic development, with the opportunity to progress to a Head of Department role for the right candidate, including overseeing a team, setting direction, and playing a key role in future business planning.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 5+ years PQE in Private Client law, demonstrating proven expertise and a successful track record in managing private client matters.
- STEP qualification is highly desirable and will be considered a significant advantage.
- A strong billing history and a track record of achieving and surpassing financial targets.
- Previous experience in supervising or developing teams is beneficial.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown).
- Bonus days leave on your Birthday (or nearest working day).
- Employee discount on legal services.
- Sick pay scheme.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for professional growth.
- Clear career progression with the potential to step into a Head of Department role.