Private Client Solicitor

SaccoMann; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their team. You will manage a varied caseload including Wills, Estate Administration, and Trusts. The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and a supportive environment for professional development. Ideal candidates will have 2+ PQE in private client law, along with strong knowledge in Wills and Probate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Inclusive work environment

Flexible working

Life Insurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitors with 2+ PQE who have a strong track record in Private Client.
• Strong expertise in Wills, Trusts, and Probate.
• STEP qualification is ideal, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients during probate and estate administration.
• Draft legal documents, including HMRC forms and Deeds of Variation.
• Participate in business development to grow the firm's network.

Skills

Private Client Solicitor experience

Strong knowledge in Wills

Trusts

Probate

Business development skills

Education

Qualified solicitor with 2+ PQE

STEP qualification (preferred)

Job description

Sacco Mann are working with a high performing and commercially focused firm who have a strong presence in the Northeast market. The firm have amazing offices based in the heart of Newcastle City Centre and are looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join them in their successful team. In addition to great quality work you will be part of a supportive team who continue to make their presence known in the local market and are very encouraging in the development of their junior lawyers with a clear career structure.

The Role

Your caseload will consist of Wills, Administration of Estates, LPAs, Trusts, and Estate Planning and you will provide comprehensive legal advice to both new and existing clients on a range of private client matters.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be a trusted advisor to clients and will offer guidance during the probate and estate administration processes
• Drafting documents including Legal Statements, HMRC forms, Deeds of Variation, Assets, Assignments, Asset Transfer forms, and R185 forms.
• Involved in the firm's Business development and growing the firm's network

About You

• Qualified solicitors with 2+ PQE who have a strong track record in Private Client
• Strong knowledge in Wills, Trusts, and Probate
• Ideally you will be STEP qualified, however this is not essential

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Inclusive and encouraging work environment
• Flexible working
• Life Insurance
• Pension

If you are interested in this Private Client Solicitor role in Newcastle then please get in touch with Helen Mauborgne on 0113 467 9786 to find out more information or if you’ve a CV to hand, please submit this for review. To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.

Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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