Private Client Solicitor

BMC Appointments Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Newcastle is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload offering high-quality legal advice on Wills, trusts, and estate planning. You will work in a supportive team environment that promotes professional growth and offers clear paths for career progression. This role provides the opportunity to influence key strategic projects and become a trusted adviser to clients, including those from rural or farming estates.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Career progression opportunities

Supportive collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Expertise in private client law, including Wills, trusts, and estate planning.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a private client caseload providing legal advice.
• Draft key documents including Wills and trusts.
• Support clients through probate processes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor or experienced fee earner

Membership of STEP

Job description

Private Client Solicitor | Newcastle | 4+ Years PQE – PartnerBMC Group are working with a well-established law firm in Newcastle to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor or experienced fee earner looking to manage their own caseload and provide high-quality advice across a wide range of private client matters.

The firm is renowned for delivering partner‑led, client‑focused advice, working with a diverse range of clients including individuals, families, and rural or farming estates. The team offers career development opportunities, exposure to complex matters, and the chance to work alongside experienced specialists in private client law.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own private client caseload, providing practical and accurate legal advice
• Advise clients on Wills, trusts, estate planning, LPAs, probate, and estate administration
• Draft and prepare key documents including Wills, LPAs, trusts, Deeds of Variation, HMRC forms, and asset transfer documents
• Support clients through probate and estate administration processes
• Administer trusts created in lifetime or on death, including compliance with HMRC where required
• Contribute to business development, building your own network of introducers and raising the profile of the team and firm
• Supervise and support junior team members
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to‑date case files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified solicitor or experienced fee earner with expertise in private client law
• Strong knowledge of Wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, tax planning, and asset protection
• Experience in succession planning for rural/farming clients is desirable
• Membership of STEP is advantageous
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively while balancing non‑casework responsibilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build trust and rapport with clients
• Team player who can also work independently when required
• Commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law
• Willingness to support business development and help grow the practice

Why This Role is Attractive

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme reflecting experience and contribution, with potential for senior‑level earnings
• Clear career progression, from mid‑level solicitor to senior associate or partner opportunities
• Work in a supportive, collaborative team that values professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development
• Exposure to a broad and complex range of private client matters, including Wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and high‑value family estates
• Influence and impact: take ownership of your caseload, contribute to strategic projects, and help shape the growth of the team
• Build a reputation as a trusted adviser to clients across diverse sectors, including rural and family estates