Private Client Lawyer

Henderson Scott Limited; Andover; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Sick pay

Signing-on bonus for direct applicants

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited in Andover is seeking an experienced Private Client Fee Earner to join their well-established team. You will manage a varied Private Client caseload, drafting Wills, advising on estate planning, probate and Court of Protection matters, and LPAs, with a focus on high-quality client care.

The role offers a supportive environment, opportunities to develop your career, and a competitive remuneration package with a DOE salary band of £50,000-£65,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in Private Client work.
• Strong experience in wills, probate and estate administration.
• Ability to manage a full caseload independently.
• Experience handling vulnerable clients.
• Strong communication and client care.
• Organised, proactive and detail-focused.
• STEP qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and estate planning.
• Probate and full estate administration.
• Court of Protection matters.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Tax and Trust work.
• Advising and supporting vulnerable clients.

Skills

Private Client

Wills & Probate

Case Management

Vulnerable Clients

Client Care

Organised

Communication

STEP qualification

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Private Client Fee Earner

Location: Andover
Experience: 3+ PQE
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Package: £50,000-£65,000 DOE

A well-established and supportive Private Client team is seeking an experienced Private Client Fee Earner to join their Andover office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident fee earner looking to manage their own caseload, work closely with vulnerable clients, and develop their career within a respected and collaborative environment.

The Role

You will manage a varied Private Client caseload, including:

• Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning
• Probate and full estate administration
• Court of Protection matters
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Tax and Trust work
• Advising and supporting vulnerable clients

You will be expected to handle matters independently from instruction through to completion, ensuring a high standard of client care throughout.

There is also scope to support the wider team and contribute to the smooth running and development of the department.

About You

• 3+ years PQE in Private Client work
• Strong experience across wills, probate and estate administration
• Confident managing a full caseload independently
• Experience working with vulnerable clients
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Organised, proactive, and detail-focused
• Experience using case management systemsSTEP qualification (desirable but not essential)

What's On Offer

• Remuneration package £50,000-£65,000 DOE
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Signing-on bonus available for direct applicants (post-commencement)
• Supportive and collaborative working environment