Private Client PSL

Chadwick Nott; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Reading, United Kingdom, is seeking a Private Client Knowledge Lawyer to support its renowned Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts team. This non-fee earning role focuses on legal excellence, knowledge management, and strategic development within a collaborative, well-resourced firm.

You will own the department's knowledge resources, oversee precedents, train the team, monitor updates, and contribute to client engagement and business development initiatives, while aligning with Chambers

Qualifications

• 4+ PQE in private client or related practice.
• Experience in knowledge management and precedent systems.
• Strong ability to train and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the department's knowledge resources and precedents.
• Lead internal training and development aligned with team objectives.
• Monitor legal updates and disseminate practical guidance across the team.
• Support new business processes and client relationship initiatives.
• Collaborate on marketing and client engagement initiatives.
• Provide technical input to support complex matters and promote best practice.

Skills

Knowledge management

Training & development

Stakeholder engagement

Legal research

Job description

Job title: Private Client PSL

Location: Reading

Salary: £60,000-£80,000

PQE Level: 4+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

An award-winning firm in the Thames Valley is seeking a Private Client Knowledge Lawyer to support its highly ranked Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts department. With a strong reputation across Chambers UK, Legal 500 and Chambers HNW, this is a rare opportunity to join a collaborative and well-resourced team in a strategic, non-fee earning role.

The Role

This is a pivotal position focused on legal excellence, internal training, and strategic development. You'll take ownership of the department's knowledge resources, oversee precedent management, and ensure the team remains at the forefront of legal developments. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll help shape client engagement strategies and support the department's growth through targeted learning initiatives and business development input.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the department's legal resources and precedents
• Lead internal training and development aligned with team objectives
• Monitor legal updates and disseminate practical guidance across the team
• Support new business processes and enquiry management
• Collaborate on marketing and client relationship initiatives
• Provide technical input to support complex matters and promote best practice

*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.*