Partner - Private Client - Bridgend - 8+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Bank Holidays

Birthday leave

Annual leave purchase

Gym discounts

Career progression

Networking events

Refer a friend

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Private Client Partner in Bridgend (hybrid) to lead and grow the Wills, Probate & Private Client practice. You will manage a high-quality caseload and drive regional expansion across Bridgend.

The role requires 8+ years PQE, a proven ability to win new business and strong leadership and client relationship skills. The firm offers a competitive salary (£70,000–£90,000), hybrid working, and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 8+ years' PQE.
• Broad experience across wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, IHT planning, LPAs and Court of Protection work.
• Proven ability to win new business and develop strong professional relationships.
• Strong commercial awareness and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Previous leadership or management experience.
• Outstanding client relationship and business development skills.
• Excellent communication, networking and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organisational and case management skills.
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and commercial judgement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new sources of work across Bridgend.
• Deliver regional growth strategy with Head of Private Client.
• Build relationships with clients, introducers and professionals.
• Act as an ambassador for the firm through networking and community engagement.
• Manage a varied caseload including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, LPAs, Court of Protection.
• Maintain a strong personal fee earning contribution.
• Recruit, mentor and develop colleagues as the team grows.
• Supervise junior lawyers and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with SRA requirements and firm procedures.
• Manage time recording, performance reviews and management information.
• Collaborate across practice areas to maximise cross referrals.
• Deliver exceptional client care and maintain high professional standards.
• Work with Case Management System and embrace technology.

Skills

Business development

Client relationships

Leadership

Networking

Communication

Commercial awareness

Team mentoring

Time management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

Case Management System

Job description

Partner - Private Client - Bridgend - 8+ Years PQE

Location: Bridgend (Hybrid working)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £70,000 to £90,000

A forward thinking and award winning regional law firm is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Private Client Partner to lead and grow its Wills, Probate & Private Client offering in Bridgend. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced lawyer who is passionate about developing a thriving regional practice and establishing a strong presence within the local community.

The Role

You'll be responsible for expanding the Private Client offering across Bridgend while managing a high quality caseload. Your work will include:

• Identifying and developing new sources of work across Bridgend
• Working with the Head of Private Client to deliver a regional growth strategy
• Building strong relationships with clients, introducers and professional contacts
• Acting as a visible ambassador for the firm through networking and community engagement
• Managing a varied caseload including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, LPAs, Court of Protection matters and estate planning
• Maintaining a strong personal fee earning contribution
• Recruiting, mentoring and developing colleagues as the team grows
• Supervising junior lawyers and support staff
• Ensuring compliance with SRA requirements and firm procedures
• Managing time recording, performance reviews and management information
• Collaborating with colleagues across all practice areas to maximise cross referral opportunities
• Delivering exceptional client care and maintaining the highest professional standards
• Working confidently with the firm's Case Management System and embracing technology

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 8+ years' PQE
• Broad experience across wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, IHT planning, LPAs and Court of Protection work
• Proven ability to win new business and develop strong professional relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and entrepreneurial mindset
• Previous leadership or management experience
• Outstanding client relationship and business development skills
• Excellent communication, networking and interpersonal abilities
• Strong organisational and case management skills
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and commercial judgement

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Minimum 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional personal day, birthday leave and discretionary Christmas leave
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Gym membership discounts
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Milestone recognition
• Networking, corporate and charity events
• Refer a friend scheme
• Discounted childcare

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.