Job title: Private Client Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 4 Years PQE Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £60,000.00
Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Job published: 2026-11-04
Job ID: 72606
Contact name: Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Contact email: lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Private Client Solicitor

Location: Wolverhampton

Salary: £45,000 to £60,000

Experience: 4 to 6 years’ PQE (or equivalent)

 

If you are a Private Client Solicitor who enjoys high-quality work, building long-term client relationships and being part of a collaborative team, this is a strong opportunity in Wolverhampton.

Our client is looking to recruit a generalist Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established team with an abundance of quality work. You will manage a broad caseload across wills, probate, LPAs and estates, with the chance to deepen your expertise and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

This role offers a varied, interesting caseload and the support of experienced colleagues. You will work with clients from a wide range of backgrounds and will be encouraged to take a proactive, client-focused approach, including cross-referrals and business development activity.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Managing a mixed private client caseload, including wills, probate and estate administration
  • Drafting lasting powers of attorney and advising clients on capacity-related issues
  • Providing clear, practical advice and maintaining excellent client care throughout
  • Handling matters efficiently and accurately, in line with quality and risk management procedures
  • Building strong relationships with clients and referrers across the local market
  • Supporting cross-referrals by introducing clients to colleagues in other practice areas where appropriate
  • Contributing to business development activity, networking and profile raising

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) with private client experience (ideally 4 to 6 years’ PQE, or equivalent)
  • Strong technical grounding across wills, probate, LPAs and estates
  • A genuine interest in providing holistic, high-quality advice across a broad range of private client work
  • Confident client relationship skills and a proactive, service-led approach
  • Comfortable contributing to business development and cross-referrals
  • Organised, reliable and able to manage a varied caseload effectively

 

What’s On Offer

  • Salary of £45,000 to £60,000
  • High-quality work and a busy, established private client caseload
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Ongoing development and progression opportunities
  • Flexible and supportive working culture

 

Working Arrangements

Full-time role based in Wolverhampton.

 

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.