Private Client Lawyer

BCL Legal; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Private Client Lawyer with over 1 year of PQE to join its highly regarded team in the Wye Valley. This role involves advising high-net-worth clients on wills, trusts, and tax planning. The firm offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including private medical insurance, generous holiday allowance, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Generous holiday allowance

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Cycle to Work and EV scheme

Discounted gym membership

Wellbeing support

Career progression support

Qualifications

• Be a Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years' PQE in private client work.
• Experience advising on wills, trusts, probate, and/or tax planning is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on wills, trusts, probate, tax planning and estate administration.
• Manage a varied caseload with support from experienced team members.
• Contribute to client development and practice growth initiatives.

Skills

Advising on wills, trusts, probate and tax planning

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration within a team

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor

1+ years' PQE in private client work

Job description

Overview

Private Client Lawyer | Associate | Wye Valley | Hybrid & Flexible Working

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Private Client Lawyer (1+ years' PQE) to join its highly regarded and growing Private Client team in the Wye Valley. This is an excellent opportunity to work with one of the largest and most respected teams in the country, acting for high-net-worth individuals, families, and estates on a wide range of matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on wills, trusts, probate, tax planning and estate administration
• Work directly with high-net-worth individuals and families on complex matters
• Collaborate with Partners and senior lawyers recognised in Chambers, The Legal 500 and the High Net Worth Guide
• Manage a varied caseload with support from one of the most experienced teams in the sector
• Contribute to client development, seminars, and other practice growth initiatives

The Candidate

• The ideal candidate will: Be a Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years' PQE in private client work
• Have experience advising on wills, trusts, probate and/or tax planning
• Be ambitious, proactive, and able to work collaboratively within a large team
• Possess excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Be organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• STEP membership or progress towards it is desirable but not essential

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join one of the largest Private Client teams in the UK, with more than 125 specialists
• Access to high-quality, complex work for wealthy individuals and families
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including:
• Private medical insurance
• Generous holiday allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Cycle to Work and EV scheme
• Discounted gym membership and wellbeing support
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements to support work/life balance
• Structured career progression with ongoing training and development
• Inclusive and supportive culture with a strong focus on collaboration and community

Apply

Apply Now. For more information or to apply for this Private Client Lawyer role in the Wye Valley, please contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal with a copy of your CV and a short cover note.