Private Client Lawyer

Realm Recruit; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal firm in Coventry seeks a Private Client Fee Earner. You will manage a varied caseload, providing expert legal advice on wills and probate, while contributing to team growth in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates are motivated solicitors with at least 3 years of experience and strong communication skills. The role offers a salary of £45,000–£55,000 along with generous benefits and a flexible working scheme.

Benefits

23 days annual leave (+ birthday off)

Annual leave increases after 5 years

Pension scheme

Private health cover

Life assurance

Free parking

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a busy private client department.
• Confident handling wills, probate, LPAs, and related matters.
• Proactive with a keen interest in development and networking.

Responsibilities

• Handle varied caseload of wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, LPAs, and CoP work.
• Deliver client-focused legal advice from instruction to completion.
• Attend networking and business development events.

Skills

Handling wills

Probate expertise

Excellent communication skills

Client-focused approach

Legal case management systems

Motivated and proactive

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

STEP qualification (desirable)

Job description

• Handle high-quality private client work with a HNW focus
• Progress your career in a collaborative and supportive team
• Enjoy wellbeing-first culture and flexible hybrid working

Are you a Private Client Fee Earner looking to join a Legal 500-accredited firm with a strong reputation in the Coventry and Warwickshire area?

You’ll take on a varied caseload and quickly become a key part of a friendly and well-established Wills & Probate team. From day one, you’ll be trusted to manage client matters independently and work collaboratively across two office locations, with the support of an experienced and approachable leadership team.

As you grow into the role, you’ll be encouraged to develop your professional network, raise your local profile, and contribute to the department’s development.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a busy private client department
• Confident handling wills, probate, LPAs, and related matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experienced with legal case management systems
• Motivated, client-focused and integrity-driven
• Proactive with a keen interest in development and networking
• STEP qualified or working towards (desirable)

What you’ll be doing

• Handle a varied caseload of wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, LPAs, and CoP work
• Deliver client-focused legal advice from instruction to completion
• Liaise with clients, referrers, and professional contacts
• Support team objectives and contribute to department growth
• Attend networking and business development events
• Maintain compliance with Lexcel and SRA standards
• Work predominantly in-office with flexibility considered post-probation

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000–£55,000 (DOE)
• 23 days annual leave (+ birthday off and additional leave over Christmas)
• Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service
• Pension scheme
• Private health cover
• Life assurance
• Free parking
• Ongoing training and development

Contact Rachael Conley

Want to work in a progressive team where you’ll be supported to grow, develop and make a meaningful impact? Reach out in confidence today to learn more.

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