Private Client Solicitor / Lawyer (3+ PQE)
Location: Surrey
Salary: £48,000 - £70,000+ DOE/PQE
Part-Time Options Available
Are you an ambitious Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive seeking a varied, high-calibre caseload within a Legal 500-ranked practice without commuting into Central London? Our client is an award-winning, highly respected law firm in Surrey recognised across private client, tax, and estate planning law. Experiencing continued growth across their practice group, they are seeking a client-focused Solicitor or CILEx Fellow (3+ PQE) to manage complex private client matters, drive departmental initiatives, and advance their career within a supportive, forward-thinking environment with full flexibility to support full-time or part-time working arrangements.
The Opportunity
In this key fee-earning position, you will join an established, highly ranked private client team advising individuals, families, business owners, and high-net-worth clients across Surrey. Managing files independently from instruction through to completion, you will provide tailored advice spanning wealth protection, estate administration, and mental capacity matters. Designed for a proactive practitioner who values client care and technical standards, this position offers high operational autonomy, agile/hybrid working, and a structured, transparent pathway to Senior Associate level.
Key Responsibilities & Requirements
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Qualifications & Experience: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEx) with a minimum of 3+ years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in private client law within a reputable UK private practice.
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Wills & Tax Planning: Comprehensive experience drafting simple to complex Wills, structuring lifetime trusts, and advising on Inheritance Tax (IHT) mitigation, Capital Gains Tax (CGT), and wealth protection strategies.
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Probate & Estate Administration: Proven capability in handling taxable and non-taxable estate administrations from initial application to distribution, including complex cross-border assets and trust structures.
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Powers of Attorney & Mental Capacity: In-depth knowledge of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Deputyship applications, Court of Protection (CoP) proceedings, and elderly client care best practice (STEP or SFE qualification/membership is desirable).
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Client Care & Quality Compliance: Exceptional interpersonal and empathetic communication skills, with experience maintaining Lexcel/ISO regulatory and risk compliance standards while actively fostering referrer networks.
Package & Working Structure
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Competitive Remuneration: £48,000 - £70,000 base salary per annum (pro-rata for part-time, dependent on PQE and technical background) plus a performance-related bonus scheme.
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Flexible Working Structure: Open to both full-time and part-time applicants, supported by hybrid working arrangements.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, payment of professional membership fees (SRA, CILEx, STEP), and full continuous professional development (CPD) funding.
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Career Trajectory: Defined progression framework with clear metrics for stepping into Senior Associate and Associate Partner roles.
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Culture & Environment: Collaborative, friendly, and progressive team culture backed by dedicated legal secretarial and administrative support.
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Private Client Lawyer (3+ PQE) in Sutton employer: Vincere
Vincere is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, the firm provides a genuine partnership platform and opportunities for cross-firm collaboration, ensuring that you can develop your career while making a significant impact in the M&A sector. Join us to be part of a supportive culture that values high-quality, commercially focused advice and fosters meaningful client relationships.
