Private Client Solicitor - Senior - #450550

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment


Date: 10 hours ago
City: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Contract type: Full time
Bolton – £50,000

Senior Private Client Solicitor – 8+ PQE

Location: Bolton / Hybrid

Salary: Competitive

Are you a seasoned Private Client Solicitor ready to take on a senior role with real influence and progression? A well-established and highly respected firm is seeking an experienced practitioner to lead on complex, high-value matters and play a key role in the ongoing development of its Private Client department.

The Role

In this senior position, you’ll manage a sophisticated and varied caseload, advising clients on a broad spectrum of private client matters. Responsibilities include:

  • Leading on complex estate planning, drafting Wills, managing the full administration of estates, and advising on inheritance tax and trust structures.
  • Acting for high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners on wealth preservation and succession planning.
  • Providing bespoke, expert advice with a sensitive and client-focused approach.
  • Supervising and supporting junior solicitors and paralegals, contributing to mentoring and team development.
  • Working closely with external advisers – including financial planners and tax experts – to deliver holistic legal solutions.
  • Actively participating in business development and client relationship management to help grow the department and enhance the firm’s market presence.


What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 8 years’ post-qualification experience in private client law.
  • Extensive experience advising on complex probate, trusts, tax planning, and estates.
  • A confident and trusted adviser with excellent technical knowledge and strategic thinking.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience mentoring junior colleagues.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a client-first attitude and commercial awareness.
  • A proactive approach to networking and business development, helping to drive growth in the team.


This is an exciting opportunity for a senior solicitor looking to make a meaningful impact in a progressive and supportive firm. You’ll enjoy a high-quality workload, hybrid working options, and genuine scope for further advancement. To apply, send your CV to [email protected] or call 07537 156 394 for a confidential discussion.

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