Private Client Lawyer

G2 Legal Limited; South Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Ongoing professional development

Strong local reputation

Job summary

G2 Legal Limited in Chichester seeks a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to handle a varied private client caseload in a well-established regional firm. You will advise on wills, probate, trusts and related matters, with direct client contact and clear path to career progression.

The role offers a supportive team, quality work, and opportunities to develop professionally within a respected practice.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years' PQE in Private Client law
• Experience managing a caseload of wills, probate and estate administration
• Strong client care and communication skills
• A professional and empathetic approach
• Excellent organisational and file management abilities
• A desire to develop technically and progress their career
• An interest in networking and business development

Responsibilities

• Wills and estate planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Probate and estate administration
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Trust creation and administration
• Court of Protection matters
• Succession and wealth preservation planning

Skills

Private Client law

Caseload management

Client care

Empathy

Organisation

Business development

Networking

Job description

Private Client Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive

1-5 Years' PQE - Chichester, West Sussex - Competitive Salary + Benefits

A well-established and highly respected regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its growing team in Chichester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with 1-5 years' post-qualification experience to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment, handling a broad range of high-quality private client work.

The Opportunity

You will manage your own varied caseload and advise clients on a range of private client matters, including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Probate and estate administration
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Trust creation and administration
• Court of Protection matters
• Succession and wealth preservation planning

The role offers you exposure to quality work, direct client contact and the opportunity to build long-term professional relationships within an established private client practice.

About You

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Chartered Legal Executives who possess:

• 1-5 years' PQE in Private Client law
• Experience managing a caseload of wills, probate and estate administration matters
• Strong client care and communication skills
• A professional and empathetic approach
• Excellent organisational and file management abilities
• A desire to develop technically and progress their career
• An interest in networking and business development

Candidates with a solid grounding in Private Client work who are looking to broaden their expertise and take the next step in their careers are particularly encouraged to apply.

The Firm

The successful candidate will join a long-established regional firm with an excellent reputation for providing high-quality legal advice and outstanding client service. The firm offers a friendly and supportive working culture, a strong referral network, and genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• High-quality private client work
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Established client base and strong local reputation
• Ongoing professional development

We look forward to hearing from you.

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