Private Client Lawyer

Clayton Legal; Luton, Hatching Green, Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working arrangements

Days annual leave plus bank holidays

Christmas closure

Your birthday off every year

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Pension scheme with 5% employer conrib

Free wills and conveyancing services

Fresh fruit provided in the office

Job summary

Clayton Legal represents a highly regarded law firm seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to advise on probate, wills, trusts and lasting powers of attorney. The role is based in the Luton area with hybrid working and flexible hours.

You will join a supportive private client team across Harpenden, Luton and Milton Keynes, handling a varied caseload independently while enjoying a collaborative culture and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years' PQE (or equivalent experience).
• Strong technical knowledge across Private Client matters.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• A professional yet approachable manner.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• A genuine passion for helping clients navigate important life decisions.

Responsibilities

• Probate and estate administration for taxable and non-taxable estates.
• Applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
• Wills and estate planning.
• Lasting and Enduring Powers of Attorney.
• Court of Protection applications.
• Trusts and Declarations of Trust.
• Inheritance Tax planning.
• Elderly client matters.
• Care fee funding advice.
• Capacity issues and Power of Attorney administration.

Skills

8+ PQE

Private Client expertise

Client care

Caseload management

Communication skills

Job description

Are you an experienced Private Client Lawyer looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and work-life balance is genuinely encouraged?

Our client is an award-winning and highly regarded law firm with a strong presence across Harpenden, Luton and Milton Keynes. Known for its friendly, collaborative culture and commitment to exceptional client care, the firm is now looking to welcome an experienced Private Client Lawyer to its established and supportive team.

Whether you're seeking a full-time position or reduced hours, the firm is happy to consider flexible working arrangements and offers hybrid working to help you achieve the right balance.

Joining a highly experienced Private Client department, you'll handle a varied and rewarding caseload, advising clients on a broad range of matters including:

• Probate and estate administration for taxable and non-taxable estates
• Applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
• Wills and estate planning
• Lasting and Enduring Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection applications
• Trusts and Declarations of Trust
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Elderly client matters
• Care fee funding advice
• Capacity issues and Power of Attorney administration

Working in a stand-alone role based at the Luton office, you'll be supported by an experienced team based at the other offices, alongside two dedicated support staff, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional advice and building long-lasting client relationships.

We're keen to speak with Private Client Lawyers who have:

• A minimum of 8 years' PQE (or equivalent experience)
• Strong technical knowledge across Private Client matters
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• A professional yet approachable manner
• The ability to manage a varied caseload independently
• A genuine passion for helping clients navigate important life decisions

The firm believes that enjoying your work is fundamental to success. Their culture is built around mutual respect, trust, collaboration and supporting individuals to thrive in the areas they enjoy most.

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary package
• Clear and structured progression opportunities for those who want them
• Hybrid working arrangements
• days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Christmas closure
• Your birthday off every year
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Free wills and conveyancing services
• Fresh fruit provided in the office

If you're looking to join a firm where people genuinely enjoy coming to work, where flexibility is embraced, and where your career can continue to flourish, we'd love to hear from you.