Private Client Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Chatham is looking for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor to manage a varied caseload and enjoy real career progression. The role includes advising clients, drafting legal documents, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 3-6 years PQE and strong technical knowledge in relevant areas. The firm offers a supportive team culture, flexible working options, and a competitive salary package including benefits such as annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression

25 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Pension scheme and bonus

Team culture and social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-6 years PQE as a Private Client Solicitor.
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration.
• Excellent client care and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of private client matters.
• Advise clients with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Draft and review legal documents ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Litigation

Legal Counsel

Mediation Experience

Legal Research

Negotiation

Education

Solicitor or Legal Executive qualification

Job description

Job Description

Private Client Solicitor

Location : Chatham

Salary :

Progress Your Private Client Career with a Leading Chatham Law Firm

Are you an ambitious Private Client Solicitor seeking a new challenge Our client a respected law firm in Chatham offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload enjoy real career progression and join an inclusive supportive team.

The Opportunity

Location : Chatham Kent (office-based with flexible / hybrid working considered)

Salary : per annum

Working Hours : Monday to Friday 9 : 00am5 : 30pm

Youll be part of a forward-thinking firm that values your expertise and supports your ongoing development within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of private client matters including wills probate trusts estate administration tax planning and powers of attorney
• Advise and support clients with sensitivity and professionalism
• Draft and review legal documents ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Liaise with clients beneficiaries financial institutions and external professionals
• Keep up to date with changes in private client law and best practice
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and firm standards

What Were Looking For

• 36 years PQE as a Private Client Solicitor
• UK private practice experience
• Strong technical knowledge of wills probate trusts estate administration and related areas
• Excellent client care organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Relevant legal qualification (Solicitor or Legal Executive)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary : DOE
• Clear career progression and professional development support
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Pension scheme and discretionary bonus
• Supportive inclusive team culture
• Modern offices in central Chatham close to transport links
• Regular social events and wellbeing initiatives

Ready to Take the Next Step

If youre ready to advance your career as a Private Client Solicitor with a respected Chatham law firm we want to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or to apply contact David at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions :

David Hawthorne-Finch

Email :

All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to equal opportunities and maintaining the highest standards of client and candidate confidentiality.

Key Skills

• Legal Drafting
• Litigation
• Algebra
• Legal Counsel
• Mediation Experience
• Tribal Law
• Legal Research
• Telemarketing
• Training & Development
• Geometry
• Child Protective Services
• negotiation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1