Private Client Associate - 2 to 6 PQE

Organisation
QED Legal LLP
Reference
50976
Contract Type
Full-Time
Practice Area
Private Client
Location
Edinburgh
Salary
£54,000 to £65,000
PQE
0-2 yrs, 3 -4 yrs, 5+ yrs
This is a chance to join a firm that was built from the ground up in private client work—and never forgot why.

Job Description

From day one, their entire model has been about care, clarity and continuity. They chose not to chase volume or run bloated caseloads; instead, they backed a simple idea: give people time, treat every matter as personal, and the quality of the client experience will speak for itself. It has. The practice has grown by recommendation and reputation, investing steadily in talented lawyers and the systems that let them focus on what matters most—their clients.

They’re now looking to appoint a Private Client Solicitor at associate level (around 2–6 years’ PQE). You’ll handle a genuinely varied portfolio across wills, executries, trusts, powers of attorney, estate planning and related tax advice. The client base ranges from individuals and families to HNW clients with complex affairs, and the expectation is that you’ll have the time and space to do the job properly—meeting clients, understanding what’s important to them, and shaping clear, practical solutions that stand up over time.

If you’re confident managing your own matters and you value a culture where client care isn’t a slogan but the foundation of the practice, this will suit you. You’ll work closely with experienced senior lawyers who are generous with their time, you’ll be encouraged to build lasting relationships, and you’ll see a transparent route to further progression as the team continues to grow.

For a confidential chat about the role and the firm, get in touch with Neil Campbell at QED Legal.