Private Client Solicitor

Executive Connect LTD; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £40-60K per year

Hybrid working available

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Executive Connect LTD is seeking a Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive to manage probate and related private client matters from Bedford with hybrid working options. The role offers a competitive salary and potential bonus within a forward-thinking, nationally recognised practice.

You will develop the department, receive mentoring, and work alongside STEP, TALL, ACTAPS-qualified professionals and a Court of Protection Panel Deputy. This is a pathway to senior roles.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with minimum 2+ years PQE (all levels considered).
• Strong experience in probate and private client work.
• STEP qualification (or willingness to obtain) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of private client matters, primarily probate and estate administration.
• Advise on wills, powers of attorney, trusts, tax, and estate planning.
• Work closely with colleagues to support departmental growth and client development.
• Ensure best-in-class client service, compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Supervise and support junior staff where appropriate.

Skills

Probate & private client

Client-facing skills

Commercial acumen

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Tools

STEP accreditation

TALL accreditation

ACTAPS accreditation

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

Pay: £40,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive

Location: Bedford (Office / Hybrid Working Available)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Above Market Rates + Bonus + Benefits

Join an Award-Winning, Nationally Recognised Firm

Are you ready to take your Private Client career to the next level within a forward-thinking, ambitious, and nationally recognised legal practice?

We are an award-winning firm with a reputation for legal excellence and outstanding client care. With a strong national presence and consistent year-on-year growth since our founding in 2006, we are seeking a talented Private Client Solicitor to join our highly regarded team.

This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic department, grow with a thriving practice, and be rewarded for your contributions every step of the way.

About the Role

You will manage a varied caseload of private client matters with a particular emphasis on probate work (including both taxable and non-taxable estates). You will be encouraged to take ownership of your matters and contribute to the development of the department – with full support, mentoring, and access to a team that includes STEP, TALL, ACTAPS-qualified professionals and a Court of Protection Panel Deputy.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of private client matters, primarily probate and estate administration
• Advise on wills, powers of attorney, trusts, tax, and estate planning
• Work closely with colleagues to support departmental growth and client development
• Ensure best-in-class client service, compliance, and regulatory standards
• Supervise and support junior staff where appropriate

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with minimum 2 + years’ PQE (all levels considered)
• Strong experience in probate and private client work
• STEP qualification (or willingness to obtain) is desirable
• Excellent client-facing skills and commercial acumen
• Driven, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively

Why Choose Us?

Award-Winning & Nationally Recognised: Proud winners of multiple industry accolades, in particular ‘Probate Provider Of The Year – National’ and known for innovation, excellence, and results-driven service.

Consistently Growing Firm: One of the region’s leading practices, with a national reach and forward-thinking culture.

Expert Team: Work alongside specialists with STEP, TALL, and ACTAPS accreditations – plus a Court-appointed Panel Deputy.

Career Development: Clear route to senior roles, STEP qualification support, and potential progression to Director level.

Our Benefits Package

• Salary: £40 - 60K per annum
• Annual performance-based salary reviews and discretionary bonus scheme
• Office or Hybrid working model for improved work-life balance
• Company pension scheme
• Death in service benefit
• Employee discount scheme
• Access to SMART Health programme (wellbeing support)
• Support with professional development including STEP funding
• A genuinely supportive, ambitious and collaborative team environment

Other Benefits

• Tusker Care Scheme
• Westfield Mosaic Health Cash Plan
• This scheme gives you financial support for everyday health costs and access to wellbeing services.

Core Benefits – 100% reimbursement up to maximum allowance

• Optical – tests, glasses, sunglasses, lenses, repairs;
• Specialist Consultations and Diagnostics;
• Therapy Treatments – physiotherapy, chiropractic, osteopathy, acupuncture, homeopathy;
• Dental – check-ups, fillings, hygienist, dentures, implants;

Additional Benefits

• Dental accident
• Scanning Services – MRI, CT and PET scans

Health and Wellbeing Services

• Wellbeing and Alternative Therapies – acupressure, allergy testing/food intolerance testing, aromatherapy, hypnotherapy, indian head massage, nutritional therapy, reflexology, reiki and sports massage;
• DoctorLine;
• Prescription Charges.

Manager cover also includes

• Private Health Insurance

Mental Health And Wellbeing Support

• 24/7 Advice And Information Line including the Wisdom app;
• Up to 6 structured counselling sessions;

Savings Safari

This is a platform offers a large range of discounts on products and services from 119 retailers.

Smart Tech

Borrow, buy, payback large IT, electrical and white goods.

Fit Fanatics

Gym membership discounts.

Holiday Trading – Buying and Selling Holiday

Buying Holiday

Employees can sacrifice part of their salary to purchase an extra 5 days, over the 12 month annual leave period from 31st March to 1st April.

Selling Holiday

Employees can sell unused, accrued holiday back to the company to a maximum of 5 days over the 12 months annual leave period from 31st March to 1st April.

Wellbeing Hub

Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme.

Group Life Insurance

We offer death in service benefit of 3 X salary (after 1 years’ service). As well as the death in service benefit, the following additional services will be available through AIG Life for all eligible staff members:

• Bereavement Counselling providing employees and families with 24/7 access to a confidential bereavement helpline and up to four sessions of face-to-face or telephone counselling.