Private Client Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Private Client NQ to join their collaborative Edinburgh office. This opportunity offers invaluable experience working with high-net-worth individuals on complex private client matters. You will be part of a supportive team, gaining practical experience in asset protection, estate planning, and tax matters. The firm values work-life balance and fosters a non-stuffy culture, providing a perfect environment to launch your legal career. If you are passionate about Private Client work and eager to develop your expertise, this role is ideal for you.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

Competitive package

Financial protections

Well-being measures

Favorable holiday entitlements

Qualifications

• Ambitious individual with experience or passion for Private Client work.
• Ability to manage caseload independently with excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Edinburgh Private Client team with a dynamic caseload.
• Advise on asset protection, estate planning, and executory administration.

Skills

Private Client Law

Customer Service

Relationship Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Law Degree

Job description

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Private Client NQ - Edinburgh

This leading firm is looking for a driven Private Client NQ to join their dynamic and collaborative Edinburgh office.

You’ll gain invaluable experience working with high-net-worth individuals and families on a wide range of complex private client matters, in a top-ranked Legal 500 department.

This is an opportunity to launch your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment and become a renowned solicitor in a highly respected Private Client practice.

Firm

This small independent Scottish firm has a storied history and is well-known in the market for punching above its weight and providing exemplary legal advice.

Staff benefit from a friendly and supportive environment, where work-life balance is prioritized. The firm maintains a non-stuffy, forward-thinking culture that places its staff at the center of its success.

Despite its modest size, the firm has received numerous Legal 500 and Chamber & Partners rankings. Many of its lawyers have gained individual recognition, demonstrating the firm's high quality.

Role

As part of a collegiate team, you will support the established and growing Edinburgh Private Client team to service a dynamic caseload, including work with families, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and HNW individuals.

The role offers variety, allowing you to take ownership of clients and advise on asset protection, estate planning, business continuity, tax, and executory administration.

You will work with large trusts and estates, support succession planning, and create and execute wills and powers of attorney. The team also handles guardianship and capacity cases.

This diverse caseload provides unrivalled practical experience and opportunities to develop your own client base and expertise in Private Client law.

Ideal Candidate

• Ambitious individual with experience or passion for Private Client work
• NQs considered based on enthusiasm and soft skills
• Ability to manage caseload independently
• Excellent customer service and relationship management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members
• Proactive, innovative, and value-adding mindset

What’s on Offer

• Work for a Top 25, award-winning firm
• Opportunity to build a reputation in the energy sector
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work
• Flexible working culture
• Competitive package including financial protections, well-being measures, and favorable holiday entitlements

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Tilly Scott at 0131 460 7747 / [email protected] for a confidential chat.