Private Client Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Canterbury is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join their highly regarded team. The role focuses on providing expert legal services in inheritance tax, estate planning, and probate matters for high-net-worth clients. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a competitive salary between £55k and £65k, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in Private Client matters.
• Experience in high-value and complex private client cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide private client services focusing on inheritance tax and estate planning.
• Work with high-net-worth clients delivering exceptional service.
• Manage complex matters while maintaining work-life balance.

Skills

Private Client law expertise

Inheritance tax knowledge

Estate planning

Trusts and probate matters

Education

Qualified Private Client solicitor

Job description

Overview

Job title: Private Client Solicitor; Location: Canterbury; Salary: £55k-£65k - depending on experience; PQE Level: 5+; Contract Type: Permanent; Working Hours: Full-time.

My client is a highly regarded full-service firm, ranked highly across numerous sectors in the Legal 500 and Chambers guides. They are currently seeking a Private Client lawyer for their team in Kent, which is one of the finest teams in the Southeast both for quality of work and the reputation of its lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Provide private client services with a focus on inheritance tax, estate planning, trusts and probate matters, and related issues.
• Work with a high-net-worth client base to deliver exceptional service.
• Collaborate on complex matters and take on increasing responsibility while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications/Experience

• Qualified Private Client solicitor with PQE 5+.
• Experience in high-quality private client matters is preferred.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Kent.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Kent or the Southeast generally please contact Will Webster at Chadwick Nott:

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*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*