Private Client Solicitor
A large and rapidly expanding national law firm is keen to speak with experienced Private Client solicitors who are looking to progress their career within a commercially focused, growth-oriented platform. The firm is interested in accomplished fee earners who can demonstrate strong technical capability, excellent client management skills and the potential to contribute to practice development and business generation.
The firm has built a strong reputation in the market for its entrepreneurial culture, commercial approach and modern way of working. Continued investment across regional offices and ambitious long-term growth plans mean the firm attracts high-quality work, robust referral networks and talented lawyers seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.
This role will suit an ambitious and commercially minded Private Client solicitor who is seeking autonomy to develop and grow their own practice within a supportive and collaborative team. The firm is particularly interested in individuals who can bring an existing client following, strong introducer relationships or a demonstrable plan to drive future growth.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the continued expansion of the Private Client offering, working closely with senior leadership while benefiting from a highly regarded national platform, a strong internal referral network and excellent infrastructure and support systems.
Hybrid working.
Key areas of experience:
Private wealth advisory and strategic estate planning
Wills, lasting powers of attorney and capacity matters
Probate and estate administration, including complex estates
Trust creation, trust administration and ongoing trust work
Succession planning for business owners and family offices
Tax planning liaison with external advisers (for example tax counsel and accountants)
International estates, cross-border succession and private client immigration issues
High net worth client relationship management and bespoke advice
Dispute resolution arising from wills, trusts and estates
Family wealth structuring and intergenerational planning
Business development and introducer relationship management
Team supervision, leadership and mentoring experience
Key skills and attributes:
Strong technical Private Client expertise across wills, trusts, probate and estate planning
Proven track record at senior fee-earner level with readiness to take on greater responsibility
Existing client following, introducer network or a demonstrable business plan to drive growth
Proven ability to maintain and develop long-term high net worth client relationships
Commercial awareness with a strategic, growth-focused mindset
Excellent drafting, negotiation and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities with experience managing fee earners
Collaborative, proactive and entrepreneurial approach
Ability to contribute strategically to the continued growth and development of the practice area
The firm offers:
Attractive and comprehensive benefits package
Access to high-quality work and an established client base
Strong internal referral network and cross-selling opportunities
A modern, supportive and collaborative working environment
Genuine autonomy and clear progression opportunities
Significant investment into growth, infrastructure and regional expansion
- Department
- Private Client - General
- Locations
- Guildford
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Mallory Pryce
Mallory Pryce is a specialist recruitment consultancy for the UK property and legal sectors. With over 15 years of experience, we connect law firms and conveyancing practices with the talent they need to grow. We focus on quality over volume, matching candidate aspirations with business goals.