NQ Private Client Solicitor

2M Legal; Cobham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Cobham is seeking a newly qualified solicitor to provide expert guidance on private client matters including wills and estates. Join a supportive team that prioritizes professional growth and client care. You will manage your own caseload and draft legal documents while ensuring compassionate support for clients during important times.

Benefits

25 days holiday

3 extra days over Christmas/New Year

Private medical cover

Pension & Death in Service benefits

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with a passion for private client law.
• Stellar communication skills to explain legal terms simply.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Empathetic and approachable in advising clients.
• Tech-savvy and eager to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on private client law from writing wills to managing estates.
• Manage your own caseload with support.
• Draft wills, trust deeds, and lasting powers of attorney.
• Guide clients through estate and inheritance tax planning.
• Provide client care with warmth and professionalism.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-orientation

Empathy and approachability

Tech-savvy

Education

Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive

Job description

Are you a newly qualified solicitor ready to launch your career in private client law? Do you love helping people plan for their future, while keeping things light and positive, even when the topics are a bit heavy? If so, we've got just the role for you at our friendly Cobham office!

About Us: Our Private Client Department is the trusted advisor people turn to when it comes to wills, probate, estate planning, and trusts. We’re like legal superheroes (but without the capes) making a real difference in peoples' lives. Now, we’re on the lookout for a newly qualified, energetic solicitor to join our dynamic team and help us keep delivering top‑notch client care with a smile!

What You'll Be Doing (Hint: It's More Exciting Than You Think!)

• Providing Expert Guidance: Advising clients on all things private client law from writing wills to managing estates, and setting up trusts. Helping them navigate the trickier parts of life with empathy and clarity.
• Caseload Hero: Managing your own cases (under the watchful eye of our supportive team). Ensuring each client gets tailored advice.
• Document Dynamo: Draft wills, trust deeds, and lasting powers of attorney with confidence.
• Estate Planning Guru: Guide clients through complex estate and inheritance tax planning with ease.
• Client Champion: Provide client care with warmth, professionalism, and a personal touch.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep on top of all the latest in private client law and grow professionally.

What We're Looking For (Your Superpowers)

• Newly qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with a passion for private client law and a positive attitude.
• Stellar communication skills – able to break down legal jargon into simple, reassuring advice that clients can actually understand.
• Detail‑oriented and super organised, because handling legal documents requires laser focus.
• Empathetic and approachable – clients feel comfortable turning to you during important, often emotional, times.
• Tech‑savvy enough to handle case management systems and whip up a great email, but also flexible enough to learn more on the go.
• Integrity and professionalism – the ability to be trusted by clients and colleagues.

What's In It for You (Because You Deserve It!)

• A competitive salary and benefits package to reward your hard work.
• The opportunity to work alongside a team of experienced, friendly, and supportive professionals who genuinely want to see you succeed.
• Professional development opportunities to help you grow, learn, and become the best solicitor you can be.
• A positive, inclusive, and fun work environment where your ideas matter, and your well‑being is a priority.

Perks & Benefits (Yes, There's More!)

• 25 days holiday.
• 3 extra days over Christmas / New Year.
• Private medical cover.
• Pension & Death in Service benefits.

If you’re ready to kick‑start your career, make a real impact, and join a team that celebrates your success, we'd love to hear from you. Send in your CV and let's start this exciting journey together!