Private Client Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Chalfont St Giles; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern law firm in Buckinghamshire seeks an ambitious solicitor with around 2-3 years PQE to join its Private Client department. The role involves providing expert legal advice on Wills, Estate Administration, and Trusts while managing a varied caseload independently. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, the ability to handle their own cases, and a proactive approach to client relationships.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with circa 2-3 years PQE.
• Experience in Private Client law required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on Wills, Estate Administration, and Trusts.
• Manage a varied caseload independently.
• Draft and review legal documents ensuring compliance.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Confident in handling own caseload

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to use initiative

Friendly, positive and proactive approach

IT skills including Outlook, Word & Excel

Approachable and empathetic

Team player

Education

2-3 years PQE

Job description

Job Description

My client are a modern, ambitious and fast-growing law firm located in Buckinghamshire. We are looking for an ambitious and dedicated solicitor of circa 2-3 years PQE to join the busy Private Client department (full-time)

Reporting to the Head of Private Client, the successful candidate will be bright, ambitious and technically competent in all areas of Private Client law.

In this role you will advise clients on Wills, Estate Administration, Court of Protection, LPAs, Drafting Deeds of Variation, Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on matters including Wills, Estate Administration, Court of Protection cases, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Deeds of Variation, Inheritance Tax Planning, and Trusts.
• Manage a varied caseload independently, ensuring all matters are handled with professionalism and efficiency.
• Draft and review Wills, Trusts, LPAs, and related documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
• Advise clients on effective Inheritance Tax planning and other tax-efficient strategies to manage their estates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, demonstrating empathy and clear communication throughout the process.
• Collaborate with the Head of Private Client and other team members to deliver exceptional legal services and support the department’s growth.

Skills and Attributes

• Outstanding communication
• Confident in handling your own caseload
• Excellent organisational skills – particularly diary, file and time management
• Ability to use initiative
• A friendly, positive and proactive approach
• IT skills including Outlook, Word & Excel
• Approachable and empathetic
• Team player

Contact Person: Marcus Stevens

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