Private Client Solicitor

Red Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload, including Wills and Estate Planning. The ideal candidate will possess around 3 years PQE or equivalent, with strong networking skills and a desire to provide excellent client care. This role offers competitive salary, career progression, and a supportive team environment with flexibility for remote work. If you meet the requirements, please apply now.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent opportunities for career progression

Healthy work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experience managing a varied caseload, including Wills and Power of Attorney.
• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents.
• Represent clients in County Court and High Court proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice to clients.
• Supervise junior team members and foster professional development.

Skills

3 or more years PQE

Excellent client care

Networking skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Step Qualified and SFE Membership

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

Red Recruitment is looking for an experienced, qualified solicitor to join our client, an award-winning multi‑disciplinary law firm, as part of their growing Private Client department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a fantastic team to manage a varied caseload to include Wills, Power of Attorney, Estate Administration and Tax Planning.

Benefits & Package for a Private Client Solicitor

• Salary: Competitive Salary
• Hours: Monday - Friday, Office Hours
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Location: Bristol, with some flexibility to work remotely or from other offices on occasion
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• The opportunity to take a central role in the development of the firm's dispute resolution offering
• A supportive working environment with importance placed on a healthy work/life balance

Key Responsibilities of a Private Client Solicitor

• Manage a varied caseload of preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney, tax planning, estate administration and Court of Protection work
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in County Court and High Court proceedings, as well as mediations and other dispute resolution forums.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, strategic advice to clients on private client issues.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and third parties to progress matters efficiently and maintain strong client relationships.
• Supervise and support junior team members where appropriate, fostering knowledge‑sharing and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, risk management procedures, and professional standards.
• Play an active role in the continued growth and development of the private client team.
• Demonstrate consistent fee earning.

Key Skills & Experience of a Private Client Solicitor

• Experience: Applications are encouraged from Solicitors/Legal Executives of around 3 or more years PQE or equivalent experience.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have 3 years PQE.
• Be Step Qualified and have SFE Membership – however this is not essential and training is available.
• Have a desire to consistently fee earn.

You will also:

• Enjoy networking and building client relationships.
• Have an enthusiasm for excellent client care.
• Be able to work under pressure and meet client expectations.
• Enjoy working as part of a professional and highly motivated team.

If you are interested in this position as a Solicitor and have the relevant skills and experience required, please apply now!

Red Recruitment (Agency)