Private client solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A top law firm in Chelmsford is seeking a qualified Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE. You will handle diverse private client matters such as wills and probate, while collaborating in a supportive team. This role offers opportunities for career development and a chance to work within a forward-thinking and empathetic firm. Generous benefits include health insurance and additional annual leave.

Benefits

Access to high-quality training

Permanent health insurance

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ PQE in Private Client law.
• Keen to build on existing knowledge across wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning.
• Motivated by the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad mix of high-quality private client matters.
• Work on wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning for varied clients.
• Collaborate with senior solicitors and partners on complex cases.

Skills

Client relationship building

Knowledge of wills and probate

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

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Private Client Solicitor | 2+ PQE | Chelmsford

Step into a role where your career can grow, your ideas will be encouraged, and you’ll be supported by experienced solicitors who want to see you succeed. This is an opportunity to take on a varied and high-quality caseload within a progressive, forward-looking firm that blends tradition with innovation.

The firm

With over a century of history, this Top 200 firm has grown from a family practice into a modern and dynamic organisation. While its roots remain firmly in the communities it serves, it has evolved with the times, embracing new technology and new ways of working to ensure that solicitors have more time to focus on what matters most: their clients.

The culture is shaped by empathy, clarity, and genuine care. Every conversation with clients is guided by a focus on understanding and support, and as part of the Private Client team, you’ll join an environment where those values are lived every day.

The role

Due to continued growth, a new opportunity has opened for a Private Client Solicitor in Chelmsford. This role will give you the chance to work on a broad mix of high-quality private client matters, including wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning for a varied client base.

You’ll be supported by a strong network of senior solicitors and partners who will provide guidance on complex cases, giving you the confidence to develop your expertise and build trusted client relationships. Collaboration and mentoring are at the heart of the team so while you’ll take ownership of your own caseload, you’ll never feel like you’re working alone.

The ideal candidate

• A qualified solicitor with at least 2 years’ PQE in Private Client law
• Keen to build on existing knowledge across wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning
• Motivated by the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues
• Enjoys building long-lasting relationships with clients and working in a supportive team environment

Benefits on offer

• Access to high-quality training and career development programmes
• Permanent health insurance, wellness initiatives, and mental health support
• Generous annual leave plus your birthday off

This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor ready to take the next step in their career, joining a supportive and forward-thinking team where your development will be prioritised and your work will make a genuine difference.

Apply directly above or contact Harrison for more information!