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Date Added: Mon 16/03/2026

Private Client Lawyer

Petersfield, UK
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Company: HENDERSON SCOTT LIMITED

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £65000 - £75000 per annum

Wills, Probate & Trusts Lawyer (2-4 PQE)

Location: Hampshire & West Sussex
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days office-based per week)
Full Remuneration Package: £65,000 - £75,000

An established and growing regional law firm is seeking a Wills, Probate & Trusts Lawyer (2-4 PQE) to join its busy and well-supported Private Client department across its Hampshire and West Sussex offices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong private client solicitor looking to join a firm with a transparent bonus structure, strong training culture, and genuine long-term progression.


The Role

You will manage your own caseload of private client matters with full administrative support, including:

  • Drafting Wills

  • Probate and estate administration

  • Trust creation and administration

  • Estate and succession planning

  • Advising high-net-worth and elderly clients

You will work collaboratively across both offices, with a designated base office.


About You
  • Qualified Solicitor with 2-4 years' PQE in Private Client

  • Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills

  • Confident managing clients professionally with high levels of client care

  • Ideally STEP qualified or willing to undertake STEP qualification (supported by the firm)

  • A collaborative, team-oriented mindset


Bonus & Benefits
  • Structured bonus model (30% of billings over target, capped)

  • Hybrid working (2 days office per week)

  • 30 days annual leave (Associate level)

  • Private health insurance after one year

  • Full remote working kit provided

  • Modern case management systems

  • Strong track record of investing in STEP and ongoing professional development

  • Active culture and charity initiatives

This is a strong opportunity for a Private Client lawyer seeking high-quality work, structured earning potential, and a supportive, values-driven environment.

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