Private Client Solcitor / Legal Executive

Henderson Scott; Beeston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Wellbeing support

Employee assistance program

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption

Fertility leave provisions

Annual leave purchase scheme

Learning and development

Performance-related rewards

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Henderson Scott seeks an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its Beeston/West Bridgford offices. You will handle wills, LPAs, probate matters, and Court of Protection cases while delivering high-quality client care across Nottinghamshire.

The role requires 5+ years PQE and a client-focused, empathetic approach with strong organisational and IT skills. Excellent benefits and supportive team culture are on offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in Private Client
• Experience with Wills, LPAs, Probate, and Court of Protection
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Ability to manage own caseload and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of private client matters
• Prepare wills, LPAs, probate and Court of Protection applications
• Meet clients and manage relationships across Nottinghamshire
• Draft, research, and file management tasks

Skills

5+ years PQE

Wills

LPAs

Probate

Court of Protection

Client relations

Legal drafting

Research

File management

Education

Solicitor or Legal Executive qualification

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive (5+ Years PQE)

Beeston & West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a well-established and highly respected regional law firm with offices in Beeston and West Bridgford.

This role offers the chance to become part of a supportive and collaborative Private Client team, handling a varied caseload while building lasting relationships with clients across Nottinghamshire and the surrounding areas.

The Role

You will advise clients on a broad range of private client matters, including:

• Wills and estate planning


• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)


• Probate and estate administration


• Court of Protection applications


• Client meetings and relationship management


• Legal drafting, research, and file management

You will be responsible for providing practical, empathetic, and high-quality legal advice while managing your own caseload and maintaining exceptional client care standards.

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• A minimum of 5 years' PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive within Private Client law.


• Strong experience preparing Wills, LPAs, Probate matters, and Court of Protection applications.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• The ability to manage your own workload effectively and meet deadlines.


• A caring, professional, and client-focused approach.


• Strong organisational and IT skills.


• A proactive attitude and commitment to delivering outstanding service.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.


• Generous annual leave entitlement plus Christmas closure.


• Health cash plan and wellbeing support.


• 24/7 employee assistance and advice services.


• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits.


• Fertility leave provisions.


• Annual leave purchase scheme.


• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.


• Performance-related reward schemes.


• A supportive and collaborative working culture with genuine career progression opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Private Client lawyer to join a long-established regional firm with a strong reputation for client care, quality legal advice, and investing in its people.