Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Chester seeks a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to join their expanding team. The role involves managing a variety of private client matters, including inheritance tax planning and trust administration. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and a desire to progress within the legal field. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000, along with 26 days of annual leave and enhanced benefits.

Benefits

Up to £45,000 depending on experience

26 days annual leave increasing with service

Enhanced Pension

Enhanced sickness, maternity/paternity and adoption pay

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor.
• Experience in a high street or regional firm.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of taxable estates.
• Assist a Senior Solicitor within the team.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong commercial acumen

Ambitious individual with intention to progress

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Client:

William James Recruitment

Location:

chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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About the Job

Private Client Solicitor - Up to £45,000 salary

This top-tier Legal 500 law firm offers high-quality legal advice to high-net-worth individuals, family trusts and business owners.

Due to the development and national expansion of the firm’s Private Client department, it is now seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and commercially focused Newly Qualified Solicitor to assist a Senior Solicitor within their highly reputable team.

The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload of taxable estates, including asset protection, inheritance tax planning and trust administration among other private client matters.

The Candidate

• Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor
• Ambitious individual with intention to progress with STEP or ACTAPS
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong commercial acumen
• Experience gained in a high street or regional firm

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Up to £45,000 depending on experience
• 26 days annual leave increasing with service, option to buy/sell
• Enhanced Pension
• Enhanced sickness, maternity/paternity and adoption pay

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: David Webb, Recruitment Consultant