Private Client Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor for their Bournemouth office. This role focuses on estate administration and offers autonomy in managing caseloads, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Candidates should ideally be STEP or SFE qualified, with a strong interest in Private Client work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Clear career progression

Flexible working arrangements

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience as a Private Client Solicitor or legal executive.
• Interest in estate administration work.
• Ability to manage an independent caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own independent caseload of Private Client matters.
• Make key decisions in day-to-day work.
• Work towards business development targets.

Skills

Business Development

Motivation

Autonomy

Education

STEP qualification

SFE qualification

Job description

Private Client Solicitor, Bournemouth

My client is looking to strengthen their team by appointing an experienced Private Client solicitor or legal executive who is seeking their next career opportunity. The role will have a specific focus on estate administration work, so a genuine interest in this area is essential.

The firm is particularly interested in candidates who are STEP or SFE qualified solicitors, or those aspiring to achieve these qualifications.

We welcome applications from candidates with the following skills, attributes, and experience:

1. You will manage your own independent caseload of Private Client matters, including Wills and Estate Administration.
2. You will have control over your day-to-day work and autonomy to make key decisions, such as targeting business development efforts.
3. You will be highly motivated and accustomed to working towards targets.

The firm offers an excellent package, including a competitive salary, bonus scheme, clear career progression, flexible working arrangements, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, and more.

The Bournemouth area of Dorset offers a high quality of life. Applications from relocators will be considered, provided they can demonstrate a commitment to living and working in the area.