Private Client Solicitor - Birmingham

Job Opportunity: Private Client Solicitor (Contentious & Non-Contentious Focus)

A top-tier Legal 500 law firm, renowned for its specialist Private Client team, is seeking skilled solicitors to join their growing practice. Based just outside Birmingham Airport, this firm offers an exceptional opportunity to work on complex and high-value matters, with a team that's one of the largest in the Midlands for contentious and non-contentious private client work.

Role Overview:

Location: Countryside location near Birmingham Airport, offering a serene, focused work environment
Team: 45-person firm, with a dedicated PC team of 32 fee earners handling contentious and non-contentious work
Caseload: High-complexity cases, including international work and contested estates. The firm handles a steady flow of high-quality work, including contentious probate and complex estate planning.
Experience Required: Ideally, candidates should have experience in more complex private client matters. While those with backgrounds in basic wills and probate work may struggle, the firm is eager to consider talented candidates with the right mindset and experience.

What We're Looking For:

• PQE: Actively recruiting senior solicitors but open to all levels of experience. The firm will create a role for the right person.
• Business Development: Business development expectations depend on seniority. Senior candidates should have BD experience, though no existing client following is required.
• Attributes: Strong technical skills and excellent people skills are key. The firm values team players who are proactive and eager to learn.
• Background: Ideally, candidates with exposure to complex private client work, or those early in their careers who are keen to grow their expertise.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Hybrid/Flexible Working: The firm has been offering flexible working arrangements for a decade, though they prefer more in-office time for collaboration. Flexibility is available depending on seniority, with discussions on a case-by-case basis.
• Salary: There is no fixed salary band; offers are competitive and based on the candidate's experience. Salary has never been an issue for the firm in securing top talent.
• Benefits:
  • Employee-owned firm with a strong bonus system
  • Death in service benefits
  • Private healthcare
  • No individual fee-earning targets, as the firm prioritises teamwork and broader exposure for junior staff over senior fee-earners hoarding work

Client Base:

The firm handles a wide range of high-net-worth clients and complex international estates. Their reputation for excellence in the Midlands and beyond ensures a consistent stream of sophisticated work.

Apply Today: This is a rare opportunity to join a boutique, employee-owned firm with a Tier 1 Legal 500 ranking, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment without the constraints and pressure common in larger firms.

If you're a technically strong solicitor with a passion for complex private client work, apply directly or contact Herbie Glennon for more information.

This is an excellent chance to grow your career in a forward-thinking, flexible firm that truly understands the intricacies of private client work.