Private Client Solicitor

SaccoMann; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

SaccoMann in Staffordshire is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a well-regarded firm. You will manage a broad caseload and provide practical advice to individuals and families.

The role offers a supportive culture, hybrid working, and clear career progression within a respected regional practice. You will work with a collaborative team and have access to high-quality legal work and client care excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience managing your own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge across Wills, Probate, LPAs and estate administration.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• A compassionate and personable approach.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative and proactive mindset.
• Interest in developing long-term client and referrer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning matters.
• Administration of estates and probate matters.
• Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Advising on trusts and trust administration.
• Inheritance Tax planning.
• Court of Protection matters where appropriate.
• Providing tailored advice to individuals, families and business owners.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Assisting with business development and maintaining relationships with local referrers and professional contacts.

Skills

Private Client

Wills & Probate

LPAs

Estate planning

Trusts

Caseload management

Client relationships

Education

STEP qualification

Job description

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Staffordshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a respected Private Client team with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality advice and exceptional client care. You'll benefit from a strong and loyal client base, high-quality work and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with individuals and families across the region.

The firm offers a supportive and collaborative culture where lawyers are encouraged to develop their expertise, take ownership of their work and progress their careers in a way that suits their ambitions.

The Role

You'll manage your own broad private client caseload, advising clients on a wide range of matters while providing practical, sensitive and commercially focused advice.

Your work will include:

• Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning matters
• Administration of estates and probate matters
• Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Advising on trusts and trust administration
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Court of Protection matters where appropriate
• Providing tailored advice to individuals, families and business owners
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Assisting with business development and maintaining relationships with local referrers and professional contacts

This role offers exposure to a varied and high-quality caseload with the autonomy to manage matters independently while working closely with experienced colleagues where required.

About You

This opportunity would suit a Private Client Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE who enjoys building trusted client relationships and delivering an exceptional level of service.

You'll ideally have:

• 3+ years' PQE in Private Client law
• Experience managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong technical knowledge across Wills, Probate, LPAs and estate administration
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• A compassionate and personable approach
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A collaborative and proactive mindset
• An interest in developing long-term client and referrer relationships

STEP qualification, or a desire to work towards it, would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

In return, you'll benefit from:

• A high-quality and varied private client caseload
• An established and loyal client base
• Genuine long-term career progression opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate
• The opportunity to develop your reputation within a highly regarded regional practice