Private Client Solicitor

CRA Consulting; High Peak; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working culture

Professional development and training

Modern systems and administrative supp

Job summary

CRA Consulting, in partnership with a highly regarded regional law firm, is seeking a Private Client Solicitor (1-5 PQE) for the Peak District office. You will manage a varied caseload across wills, probate and estate planning, delivering practical advice with a focus on client care and long-term relationships.

You'll join a supportive team with opportunities for progression, work on high-quality private client matters, and benefit from modern systems and a flexible, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years' PQE within a Private Client department.
• Experience handling wills, probate and estate administration matters.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• STEP qualification or pursuing STEP accreditation advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft Wills and advise on estate planning matters.
• Prepare and register Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Administer estates and obtain Grants of Probate.
• Advise on inheritance tax and succession planning.
• Manage trust-related matters where appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong client and professional relationships.
• Deliver exceptional levels of client care throughout each matter.
• Support the continued development and growth of the department.

Skills

Private Client

Client Care

Time Mgmt

Independent Working

Education

Solicitors qualification

Job description

CRA Consulting are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded and long-established regional law firm in the recruitment of a Private Client Solicitor (1-5 PQE) to join its successful Wills & Probate team based in the firms Peak District office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Private Client Solicitor to join a firm renowned for delivering exceptional client care and building long-standing relationships with individuals, families and business owners across Derbyshire and the surrounding regions. The successful candidate will become part of a supportive and collaborative team, handling high-quality private client work while benefiting from genuine opportunities for career progression.

The Role

You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload of private client matters, providing practical and sensitive advice to clients on a broad range of issues.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning matters
• Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Administering estates and obtaining Grants of Probate
• Advising on inheritance tax and succession planning
• Managing trust-related matters where appropriate
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional contacts
• Delivering exceptional levels of client care throughout each matter
• Supporting the continued development and growth of the department

About You

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors with between 1 and 5 years' PQE gained within a Private Client department.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience handling a broad range of wills, probate and estate administration matters
• Strong technical knowledge of private client law
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• The ability to manage a caseload independently
• A compassionate and professional approach when dealing with sensitive matters
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• A genuine desire to develop a long-term career within private client practice
• STEP qualification or a desire to work towards STEP accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• High-quality and varied private client work
• Established client base and strong referral network
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Modern systems and administrative support
• Flexible and supportive working culture

This opportunity would suit a Private Client Solicitor looking to join a respected regional practice where client relationships, technical excellence and employee development are genuinely valued. The role offers exposure to high-quality work within a friendly and professional environment, alongside clear opportunities to progress your career.