NQ Solicitor -

Redkite Solicitors; Swansea; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave entitlement

Holiday buy and sell scheme

Contributions to gym membership

Flexible working considerations

Job summary

Redkite Solicitors in Swansea invites a newly qualified solicitor to join its Contentious Probate team, handling will challenges, inheritance claims and trust disputes. You will be supported by respected experts, with opportunities to grow, contribute to business development and build lasting client relationships.

The firm promotes work-life balance, professional development and a collaborative, client-focused culture across its offices.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with interest in contentious probate and trust work.
• Exposure to litigation or private client work is advantageous but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop expertise in WTED matters.

Responsibilities

• Work on will challenges, inheritance claims and trust disputes as part of the WTED team.
• Grow expertise, contribute to business development and build long-term client relationships.

Skills

Strong research and analytical skills

Excellent communication

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Commercial mindset

Proactive problem solving

Attention to detail

Commitment to CPD

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

NQ Solicitor – Will, Trust and Estate Disputes

Are you a newly qualified solicitor looking to carve out a career in a niche, high-growth area of law? This is an exciting opportunity to join an award-winning and Legal 500-ranked Contentious Probate team with ambitious growth plans. We're seeking a talented Solicitor with a genuine interest in Wills, Trusts, and Estate Disputes (WTED) to join our specialist team, known for its technical excellence and exceptional client service.

Whether you’re newly qualified or already have some experience in litigation or private client work, this role offers excellent career development within a dynamic and supportive environment.

We are a progressive, ever-expanding firm that values work-life balance and professional growth. With around 200 staff members across multiple offices, Redkite is proud to be recognised as an employer of choice.

What You’ll Be Doing

Based at our Swansea office, you will join our specialist, award winning WTED team, working on a broad range of contentious matters including will challenges, inheritance claims, and trust disputes. You'll be supported by respected experts in the field and will have the opportunity to grow your expertise, contribute to business development, and build long-term client relationships.

Who We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience:

• A qualified Solicitor (newly qualified welcome) with a strong interest in contentious probate and trust work
• Exposure to litigation and/or private client work is advantageous but not essential
• A willingness to learn and develop expertise in WTED matters

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong research and analytical skills to assess and advise on legal complexities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear and empathetic manner to clients.
• Ability to build strong client relationships, providing clear advice and managing sensitive situations with care and professionalism.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across different departments when required.
• A strong commercial mindset and an interest in business development.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach to legal challenges.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills with the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• A commitment to continued professional development and staying up to date with legal developments in the field.

What is in it for you?

We’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing legal team. You’ll be joining colleagues who are not only legally excellent but also commercially astute and down-to-earth. We value trust, boldness, excellence and teamwork — and we want you to thrive as part of that.

• 25 days annual leave entitlement
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Contributions to gym membership
• Flexible working considerations

At Redkite, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond to ensure all employees can thrive. We believe that diversity strengthens our team and helps us better serve our clients.