Senior Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive

Senior Private Client Solicitor
Location: Mansfield
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Are you a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with a strong track record in estate planning, probate, and client relationship management? We''re working with a forward-thinking, regional, Legal 500 firm that''s expanding its private client team and this is your chance to step into a senior role with real impact and autonomy.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 5 years'' PQE handling a broad range of private client matters to join a stable, supportive, and growing team.
Your Role Will Include:
- Handling complex wills, trusts, inheritance tax planning, LPAs, and probate
- Advising a varied client base including high-net-worth individuals and professionals
- Playing an active part in strategy, client development, and practice growth
- Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to a team culture
- Involvement in trust management and, if desired, Court of Protection work
What We''re Looking For:
- A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years in private client law
- Strong commercial awareness and ability to simplify complex matters for clients
- A collaborative approach with natural leadership and mentoring skills
- Confidence managing a varied and often high-value caseload
- Willingness to travel locally for client visits as required
- STEP membership (or working toward it) is desirable but not essential
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Work closely with a dedicated paralegal to reduce admin load
- Genuine progression opportunities in a growing department
- Hybrid
- A strong internal support network focused on wellbeing and career satisfaction
- A team that values community engagement and high-quality client service
What You''ll Get:
- A salary that reflects your experience and expertise
- A collaborative and forward-thinking working culture
- Access to professional development and clear advancement pathways
- Strong internal referrals from property, commercial, and litigation departments
If you''re looking to move into a role that offers more than just a caseload, one that values your ideas, leadership, and long-term vision, we''d love to hear from you.
Contact Steph @ Simpson Judge for a confidential chat,
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