Private Client 12 month FTC

Michael Page (UK); Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Guildford is looking for a qualified solicitor with 2+ years PQE. You will provide practical legal advice and manage a varied caseload in a supportive environment. The role offers a fixed-term contract with opportunities for career growth in a collaborative setting, valuing diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Supportive and professional work environment

Exposure to a wide range of private client legal matters

Qualifications

• 2+ years' PQE in relevant legal field.
• Strong judgement and commercial awareness required.
• Capable of managing a broad caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients.
• Draft complex legal documents using relevant precedents.
• Conduct legal research with commercial lens.
• Manage varied workload efficiently.

Skills

Strong expertise in domestic and international succession and tax planning

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills

Proactive and flexible

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales (or equivalent, e.g. CILEX)

STEP qualification

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong focus on private capital, operating at the intersection of personal, family, and business matters. Known for building deep and trusted relationships, the firm delivers meaningful value through empathy, clarity, and a jargon-free approach. They are committed to responsible business practices, diversity, inclusion, and hybrid working arrangements (typically 60/40 office/remote split).

Job Description

• Work on high-quality matters involving UK succession and tax planning.
• Be part of a firm that values collaboration, authenticity, and forward-thinking.
• Provide clear, practical, and commercial legal advice to UK-based clients.
• Manage a varied workload efficiently, with appropriate supervision.
• Draft complex legal documents using relevant precedents.
• Conduct legal research with a commercial lens.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to junior team members where appropriate.
• Participate in client seminars, presentations, and pitches.
• Identify and pursue client development opportunities.
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory standards.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales (or equivalent, e.g. CILEX) with 2+ years' PQE.
• Strong expertise in domestic and international succession and tax planning.
• STEP qualification is advantageous.
• Demonstrates sound judgement and commercial awareness.
• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Proactive, flexible, and capable of managing a broad caseload.
• Effective communicator who builds rapport with clients.
• Committed to teamwork and personal growth.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a fixed‑term contract with a reputable professional services organisation.
• Exposure to a wide range of private client legal matters.
• Supportive and professional work environment.

This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career in the legal department of the professional services industry. If this role aligns with your expertise and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply.