NQ Private Client Solicitor / Private Client Paralegal

Clayton legal; Cobham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Cobham is looking for a Private Client Lawyer. The ideal candidate will have skills in estate planning, probate, and trusts. Excellent communication and organization skills are essential, along with the ability to build client relationships. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for progress within the firm.

Benefits

Above average holidays

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to build client relationships with empathy.
• Familiarity with case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on wills, probate, and estate administration.
• Draft legal documents like wills and trusts.
• Manage cases under supervision ensuring professionalism.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

Case management systems

Office software

Job description

• Rate: Excellent and above average holidays
• Type: Permanent

We are delighted to assist our client, a law firm with over 180 years of history and highly ranked in the Legal 500, in their search for a Private Client Lawyer to join their team.



With a raft of great benefits on offer, including above average holidays and progression opportunities, this will suit a Newly Qualified Private Client Fee-earner or experienced Paralegal that enjoys advising on wills, probate, estate planning, and trusts.

Key Responsibilities of the position include:

- Advise clients on wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and powers of attorney.
- Manage cases under supervision, ensuring professionalism and efficiency.
- Draft legal documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
- Assist with estate planning, inheritance tax, and trust management.
- Handle estate administration, probate applications, and HMRC matters.
- Maintain high client care standards with clear, practical advice.
- Comply with SRA and AML regulations while staying updated on legal changes.

The role will suit a recently qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in private client law with strong communication, organisational skills, and attention to detail, coupled with the ability to build client relationships with empathy and professionalism and familiarity with case management systems and office software.
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• Start: 11/08/2025
• Rate: Excellent and above average holidays