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Commercial Property Solicitor - 4+ PQE - Southampton

Southampton Permanent View Job Description
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm in the South Coast region. This role offers exposure to a broad range of private client matters, alongside the opportunity to develop your expertise within a growing and successful team.
  • High-quality private client work with long-term progression
  • Hybrid working and highly regarded benefits package

About Our Client

Our client is a recognised regional law firm with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice to businesses and private clients. Known for its strong market presence, modern approach, and investment in its people, the firm provides a diverse environment where lawyers can develop their careers while working on complex and rewarding matters.

The firm offers a clear growth strategy, a strong client base, excellent resources, and a genuine focus on professional development, wellbeing, and flexible working.

Job Description

The Private Client Solicitor will be:

  • Managing a varied caseload including wills, probate, estate administration, LPAs and succession planning.
  • Advising high-net-worth clients, families and business owners on private wealth matters.
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering practical legal advice.
  • Assisting with business development activities and strengthening existing referral networks.
  • Contributing to the continued growth and success of the private client team.

The Successful Applicant

The Private Client Solicitor should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE in private client law.
  • Experienced in handling wills, probate, estate administration and lasting powers of attorney.
  • Able to manage a busy caseload with excellent attention to detail.
  • Commercially aware and capable of building lasting client relationships.
  • An effective communicator with strong organisational and matter management skills.
  • Comfortable working across a broad range of private client matters.
  • Interested in developing their career within a respected and growing practice.

What's on Offer

This is an opportunity to join a firm that genuinely invests in its people and provides a platform for long-term career development.

Benefits include:

  • Varied salary based on experience.
  • Performance-related bonus opportunities.
  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • 26+ days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
  • Private medical insurance (subject to eligibility).
  • Pension scheme.
  • Life assurance and income protection.
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives and mental health resources.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Discounted legal services.
  • Structured career development and progression opportunities.
  • Regular social events and community initiatives.
  • Modern office environment with high-quality technology and resources.



This role offers far more than another move. It provides the chance to join a successful firm with growth plans, excellent quality work, and a culture that encourages professional development at every stage of your career.

Contact
Sophie Greenaway
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7134160
Phone number
+441189337048

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Business Services
Where
Southampton
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sophie Greenaway
Consultant phone
+441189337048
Job reference
JN-102026-7134160