Job Description

Senior Private Client Solicitor

Location: Tonbridge

Salary: £65,000 – £80,000 

Lead and Inspire: Senior Opportunity in a Prestigious Private Client Team

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor seeking a senior role with real influence and progression?

Our client, a respected regional law firm, is looking for a dynamic Senior Private Client Solicitor to join their Tonbridge office. This is a chance to lead on complex matters, mentor junior colleagues, and shape the future of a thriving Private Client department.

The Role: Your Key Responsibilities

• Managing and developing a high-value Private Client caseload (wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, tax planning, powers of attorney)

• Advising ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on complex and sensitive estate matters

• Providing technical leadership and acting as a subject matter expert within the team

• Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and support staff

• Driving business development and strengthening client relationships

Requirements: What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 6+ years PQE in Private Client law

• Extensive recent experience in a UK law firm handling complex Private Client matters

• STEP qualification (or equivalent) highly desirable

• Exceptional technical knowledge in trusts, tax, estate planning, and probate

• Proven leadership, supervisory, and mentoring skills

• Excellent communication, commercial awareness, and client care abilities

• Ambition to progress towards partnership or departmental leadership

Benefits & Rewards

• Market-leading salary: £65,000 – £80,000 (DOE)

• Leadership and partnership progression pathways

• Hybrid working options (2-3 days office-based)

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Private healthcare & enhanced pension scheme

• Support for ongoing professional development and qualifications

• Collaborative, inclusive team culture

• Modern, well-equipped offices in central Tonbridge

Location & Working Arrangements

• Location: Tonbridge, Kent

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

• Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week in the office, flexible remote arrangements

Take the Next Step in Your Legal Career

If you are ready to make a real impact in a senior role and join a firm committed to your professional growth, we want to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch

Managing Director

Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be handled in strict confidence. We never send your details to a client without your express consent.