Private Client Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive for their Gatwick office. This full-time role offers a competitive salary starting from £35,000, complemented by a supportive team, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should possess 2+ years PQE in Will writing and Probate, with a strong emphasis on client management and business development.

Benefits

Company pension

Additional leave

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

Work from home opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Will writing and Probate.
• Proven ability to manage your own caseload.
• Personable and professional approach to client care.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Estate Administration.
• Support clients in the Brighton & Hove area with occasional travel.
• Focus on client-facing and business development tasks.

Skills

Client care

Business development

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

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Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive - Gatwick (with travel to Brighton & Hove)
Salary: From £35,000 + Bonus | Job Type: Full-time | Experience: 2+ years PQE
Location: Gatwick (West Sussex) - RH10 1JH

We are working on behalf of our client, a well-regarded and growing regional law firm, to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their expanding team in Gatwick.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated private client lawyer who's looking to take the next step in their career in a role that offers autonomy, a strong support network, and real scope to develop business and grow a regional presence.

The Role
The successful candidate will join a friendly and established Private Client team, handling a varied caseload of Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Estate Administration. The position is based in Gatwick, but you'll also support clients in the Brighton & Hove area, so occasional travel between offices will be required.
This is a client-facing and business development-focused role, ideal for someone with the confidence and ambition to build relationships and contribute to the firm's ongoing growth.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Will writing and Probate
• Proven ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision
• A personable and professional approach to client care
• Willingness to travel between Gatwick and Brighton & Hove offices

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary starting from £35,000 per year (increasing depending upon experience)
• Flexible working options and genuine autonomy
• A well-established and supportive Private Client team
• Additional benefits including:
  • Company pension
  • Additional leave
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Electric car scheme
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Work from home opportunities
• Monday to Friday schedule - no weekends

If you are interested in this role please contact Tanya Brown at Henderson Scott as directed.