NQ - Private Client Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its prestigious private client team in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse client base, including entrepreneurs and charities, providing expert advice on trusts and estate planning. The firm prides itself on a collaborative culture and offers exceptional career development opportunities, including training and mentoring. With flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment, this position is ideal for someone eager to grow their legal expertise and make a meaningful impact in private client law.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Development

Training and Mentoring

Collegiate Atmosphere

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified PQE Solicitor with a focus on private client matters.
• Strong technical skills and a confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level guidance on estate planning and tax matters.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Private Client Law

Trusts and Executries

Communication Skills

Client Relationship Management

Self-Motivation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Title: NQ Solicitor - Private Client
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000

About the firm:
Join a leading private client firm renowned for its expertise in private client. This firm advises a prestigious client base that includes entrepreneurs, landowners, trustees, and charities, offering high-level guidance on estate planning, tax, trusts, and property matters. With offices across Edinburgh, Glasgow, and London, and a tight-knit team of over 200 professionals, the firm is known for its collaborative culture and high-quality service. It provides joined-up legal advice across a range of practice areas, including property, family law, litigation, employment, and business law.

Requirements:
This opportunity is ideal for a Newly Qualified PQE Solicitor with experience or a keen interest in private client matters, particularly trusts and executries. The successful candidate will be based in Edinburgh (with flexible working supported) and will be someone who is technically strong, a confident communicator, and has an empathetic approach to client relationships. You should enjoy being a trusted advisor to clients and be ready to contribute as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role suits someone who is self-motivated, commercially aware, and eager to develop their legal expertise further in a supportive and high-performing environment.

Benefits:
In return, the firm offers an exceptional platform for career development with outstanding training and mentoring. You’ll benefit from working in a team known for its collegiate atmosphere, strong leadership, and long-term career progression opportunities. Flexible working is supported, and you'll be surrounded by experienced professionals who are committed to your personal and professional growth.