Private Client Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Hove; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Structured career development

Mentoring by Partners

Competitive benefits

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment in Hove, East Sussex, is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 1+ PQE to join a growing team. You will gain hands-on responsibility from day one, with mentoring from experienced partners and exposure to high-quality private client work.

The role covers wills, probate, LPAs, trusts and related tax planning, with opportunities to develop Court of Protection experience as you progress. A collaborative, supportive culture awaits.

Qualifications

• Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1+ PQE in private client.
• Experience across wills, probate and LPAs; trusts experience advantageous.
• Strong client care and communication skills.
• Ambitious, collaborative and keen to develop your expertise.

Responsibilities

• Advising on wills, estate planning, LPAs and probate.
• Managing trusts and tax planning matters.
• Handling Court of Protection matters as experience grows.
• Collaborating with a Legal 500-ranked private client team.

Skills

1+ PQE

Job description

Private Client Solicitor | 1+ PQE | Hove, East Sussex

Some firms promise development. This one genuinely delivers it.

A Legal 500-ranked regional firm is looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor (1+ PQE) into its growing Hove office. You'll join a collaborative team where experienced partners are committed to developing junior lawyers, giving you hands‑on responsibility from day one with the support to build real expertise.

With over 50 years of success across the South East, this full-service firm combines high‑quality work, modern ways of working and a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

The Role

You’ll advise on a varied private client caseload including:

• Wills, estate planning and LPAs
• Probate and estate administration
• Trusts and tax planning
• Court of Protection matters as your experience develops

Working alongside Legal 500‑recognised lawyers and former Top 100 firm partners, you’ll enjoy meaningful client contact, excellent mentoring and exposure to complex, rewarding work.

About You

• Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1+ PQE
• Experience across wills, probate and LPAs, with trusts experience advantageous
• Strong client care and communication skills
• Ambitious, collaborative and keen to develop your expertise

Why Join?

• Legal 500-ranked private client team
• Outstanding mentoring and structured career development
• High‑quality work from an established client base
• Flexible working and excellent benefits
• Friendly, supportive culture with genuine progression opportunities

If you’re looking for a firm that will invest in your long‑term career while giving you the opportunity to work on excellent private client matters, this is an opportunity worth exploring.