Private Client Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Marlborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking a qualified and experienced Private Client Solicitor in Marlborough. You will manage a varied caseload, delivering high-quality services primarily to farming and land-owning clients. Join a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Support for professional development

Autonomy and flexibility in managing caseload

Clear opportunities for career development

Supportive, collegiate working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years PQE in private client work.
• Strong knowledge of wills, trusts, probate, and tax law.
• Experience in handling matters for farming and land-owning clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide-ranging caseload of private client files.
• Deliver clear, tailored advice to clients.
• Supervise and mentor paralegals or trainees.

Skills

Client-focused

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Practical certificate in England and Wales

Tools

Legal technology

Case management systems

Job description

Location: Marlborough, Wiltshire
Salary: £60-80K plus excellent benefits package

Key Requirements

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Private Client Solicitor to join our specialist firm, advising a loyal and longstanding client baseprimarily farming and land-owning individuals and families. You will bring a deep understanding of private client law and the ability to manage matters independently while delivering exceptional service.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate in England and Wales
• Minimum 2 years PQE (Post-Qualification Experience) in private client work
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including wills, trusts, probate, and tax law
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience in handling matters for farming and land-owning clients or complex estates is highly desirable
• Proficiency with legal technology and case management systems
• Client-focused with the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and empathetically
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Technical expertise in drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advising on estate and tax planning
• Team player with a collaborative mindset and a commitment to the firms reputation
• A professional, empathetic, and proactive approach to client care

Role & Responsibilities

As a Private Client Solicitor, you will play a central role in our niche practice, managing a broad portfolio of private client matters from start to finish. You will be trusted to deliver personalised, practical legal advice and develop strong relationships with high-value clients across the region.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a wide-ranging caseload of private client files, including:
• Wills
• Trust creation and administration
• Probate and estate administration
• Powers of attorney
• Tax planning
• Delivering clear, concise, and tailored advice to clients, ensuring the highest levels of client care
• Maintaining strong and lasting client relationships, often across generations
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to ensure a seamless and joined-up service
• Staying abreast of legislative and regulatory changes affecting private client law
• Supervising and mentoring paralegals or trainees where appropriate
• Ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and professional obligations

What We Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A supportive, collegiate working culture within a highly regarded specialist firm
• Opportunity to take on high-quality, complex private client work
• Autonomy and flexibility in managing your caseload
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Support for professional development, including funding for qualifications such as STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners)
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate, supporting work-life balance

We are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are welcomed from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

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Created on 09/07/2025 by JR United Kingdom