Private Client Solicitor (Partner) – Stamford, Lincolnshire
A highly respected and steadily expanding regional firm is entering a new phase of growth one defined by strategic investment, a thriving client base and a commitment to delivering exceptional Private Client services. To support this momentum, the firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join at Partner level, taking a leading role in shaping the future of the department across Stamford and the surrounding region.
The Story
For generations, individuals, families, business owners and agricultural clients have turned to this firm for clarity, reassurance and expert guidance during life’s most significant milestones. As demand continues to rise, the firm is ready to welcome a Partner who combines technical excellence with genuine passion for developing people, strengthening relationships and driving the practice forward.
This is a role for someone who wants to influence direction, build a team and help write the next chapter of a department with real ambition.
The Role
The successful Partner will bring strong experience across a broad range of Private Client matters, including:
- Complex wills
- Succession and inheritance tax planning for individuals, agricultural clients and business owners
- Administration of taxable and complex estates
- Creation of trusts
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
You will be confident, proactive and exceptionally wellorganised, able to manage a varied caseload while maintaining the highest professional standards.
Leadership & Growth
This Partner will play a central role in the development of the Private Client practice, contributing to:
- Departmental strategy and service delivery
- Team growth, supervision and mentoring
- Business development, networking and relationshipbuilding
- Enhancing client experience and strengthening referrer networks
A following is welcome but not essential what matters most is a commercial mindset, strong interpersonal skills and genuine enthusiasm for growing a thriving department.
Location
Primarily based at the Stamford office, with regular travel to nearby offices across the region. A full UK driving licence and access to a suitably insured vehicle are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver highquality advice on wills, probate, trusts, estate administration, succession and tax planning
- Provide exceptional service to HNW individuals, agricultural clients and business owners
- Produce fee income in line with agreed targets
- Support business development and relationshipbuilding
- Contribute to departmental strategy and growth
- Mentor junior team members and support workflow management
- Maintain strong financial control, including billing and cashflow management
- Keep up to date with legal developments and maintain technical expertise
About You
You are a seasoned Private Client specialist who combines technical expertise with commercial awareness and a genuine passion for client care. You thrive in environments where you can influence direction, support others and help build something meaningful.
You will bring:
- Qualification as a Solicitor or Legal Executive
- Strong experience in succession and inheritance tax planning, particularly for agricultural and business clients
- Expertise in complex wills, LPAs, trusts and taxable estate administration
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and id
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