Private Client Solicitor

Themis Recruit; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,000 welcome bonus

Private healthcare via AXA

Workplace pension with Scottish Widows

30% off legal services for staff

25% off for immediate family members (

Referral bonus

£100 No Sick Bonus

Black tie Christmas party

Firm-wide summer BBQ

Job summary

Themis Recruit is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join a thriving Private Client team in Gravesend. You will handle a diverse caseload including wills, probate, trusts, and Inheritance Tax planning, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality client service.

Solid experience in private client matters and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential. STEP qualification or progress towards it is desirable; the firm offers support for STEP certification.

Qualifications

• Solid experience and technical knowledge in private client work
• Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision independently
• Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Professional appearance and confident client manner
• High standard of written and verbal communication
• Secretarial support is provided.

Responsibilities

• Wills and Will Writing
• Probate and Administration of Estates
• Trusts and Trust Administration
• Inheritance Tax Planning and Investments
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection matters
• Deputyship applications and administration
• Estate and Care Fees Planning
• Charities work and associated legal matters

Skills

Private client law

Caseload management

Client communication

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Gravesend, United Kingdom | Posted on 28/07/2025

Our client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Private Client Solicitor to join their thriving Private Client department in Gravesend. This is a full-time role offering exposure to a wide range of private client matters, with a strong emphasis on client care and high-quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload of private client matters, including:

Wills and Will Writing

Probate and Administration of Estates

Trusts and Trust Administration

Inheritance Tax Planning and Investments

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Court of Protection matters

Deputyship applications and administration

Estate and Care Fees Planning

Charities work and associated legal matters

Requirements

Desirable Qualifications

A STEP qualification or working towards one is desirable but not essential.

The firm offers full support and funding for candidates pursuing STEP certification.

Candidate Requirements

Solid experience and technical knowledge in private client work

Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision independently

Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach

Professional appearance and confident client manner

High standard of written and verbal communication

Secretarial support is provided.

What We Offer

£1,000 welcome bonus after six months of continuous service (for direct applicants)

Private healthcare via AXA (after six months, opt-in)

Workplace pension with Scottish Widows

30% off legal services for staff

25% off for immediate family members (parents, siblings, children)

Referral bonus for successful recruitment introductions (T&Cs apply)

£100 No Sick Bonus annually for full attendance

Annual black tie Christmas party and firm-wide summer BBQ