Private Client Lawyer

Venn Group; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Venn Group is recruiting an experienced Private Client Solicitor for a Plymouth-based role focusing on Probate, Estate Administration and Trust work. You will join a busy Private Client team and handle a varied caseload with minimal supervision, delivering clear, practical advice to clients.

Candidates typically have 3–5 years PQE and strong client communication skills; an organised, professional approach and ability to manage matters efficiently are essential.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3–5 years’ PQE in Private Client or equivalent experience.
• Strong practical experience in Probate, Estate Administration and Trust work.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Professional, organised and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied Probate and Estate Administration caseload.
• Advising clients on administration of estates and related legal matters.
• Handling trust creation, administration and ongoing Trust work.
• Preparing and advising on relevant legal documentation.
• Liaising with beneficiaries, executors, trustees and other professionals.
• Providing clear, practical advice to clients throughout the process.
• Managing matters efficiently while maintaining high standards of client care.

Skills

Private Client

Estate administration

Trusts

Caseload management

Client relationships

Communication skills

Education

PQE 3–5 years

Job description

Private Client Solicitor – Probate & Trusts

Location: Plymouth
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working pattern: Full-time
Working arrangements: Hybrid working potentially available

The Opportunity

An established law firm in the Plymouth area is looking to recruit an experienced Private Client practitioner with a focus on Probate and Trust work to join its busy Private Client team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor or suitably qualified legal professional with approximately 3–5 years’ PQE and a strong background in probate, estate administration and trusts.

The successful candidate will join an established team, managing a varied caseload and providing a high standard of advice and client service. Working arrangements can be discussed, with potential for hybrid working.

The Role

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied Probate and Estate Administration caseload.

• Advising clients on the administration of estates and associated legal matters.

• Handling trust creation, administration and ongoing trust-related work.

• Preparing and advising on relevant legal documentation.

• Liaising with beneficiaries, executors, trustees and other professional advisers.

• Providing clear, practical advice to clients throughout the process.

• Managing matters efficiently and maintaining high standards of client care.

Requirements

• Approximately 3–5 years’ PQE, or equivalent experience within Private Client.

• Strong practical experience in Probate, Estate Administration and Trust work.

• Ability to manage a caseload independently.

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

• A professional, organised and client-focused approach.

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and other suitably qualified or experienced Private Client practitioners.