Private Client Lawyer – Teignmouth – Teignmouth

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Shaldon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is helping a leading regional South West law firm recruit a Private Client Lawyer to join their Estates team in Teignmouth. The role focuses on managing estate administrations and advising executors, trustees and beneficiaries.

You will handle a mixed caseload, draft Wills and LPAs, meet clients and build lasting client relationships, all within a supportive, development-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in estate administration from start to finish.
• Experience drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of taxable and non-taxable estate administrations.
• Advising executors, trustees and beneficiaries throughout the probate process.
• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Meeting clients in the office and at their homes as appropriate.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and referrers.
• Mentoring junior colleagues where appropriate.

Skills

Estate administration

Wills drafting

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Client relationship management

Education

Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Private Client Lawyer – Teignmouth

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a highly regarded Legal 500-recognised regional South West law firm with a strong reputation for private client and wealth management work.

Working within a successful Estates team, you’ll support individuals, families and business owners with a broad range of estate administration matters. This is a client-focused role offering the opportunity to manage your own caseload, develop long-standing client relationships and become a trusted adviser to generations of local families.

Based in Teignmouth, you’ll benefit from the close-knit feel of a local office whilst being part of a larger, well-established Wealth Management team with the support, expertise and career opportunities that come with a leading regional firm.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a varied caseload of taxable and non-taxable estate administrations.
• Advising executors, trustees and beneficiaries throughout the probate process.
• Preparing inheritance tax returns, applications for Grants of Representation, estate accounts and distributions.
• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Meeting clients in the office and, where appropriate, at their homes.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, professional contacts and referrers.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues on succession planning, trusts and tax-related matters.
• Supporting the continued growth and reputation of the Estates team.
• Mentoring junior colleagues where appropriate.

Candidate Requirements

We are keen to hear from qualified Solicitors and Chartered Legal Executives with experience in estate administration who are looking to build a long-term career within a supportive and ambitious team.

You will ideally have:

• Around 3 years’ PQE, although applicants with more or less experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience managing estate administration matters from start to finish.
• Knowledge of both taxable and non-taxable estates.
• Experience drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to manage your own caseload effectively and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join one of the South West’s most respected regional law firms, recognised for its quality of work, strong client relationships and supportive culture.

In return, you can expect:

• High-quality and rewarding private client work.
• A loyal and established client base built over generations.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Genuine autonomy and responsibility from day one.
• A firm committed to high-quality work, sustainable growth and the development and wellbeing of its people.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Teignmouth, Devon