Private Client Solicitor

SaccoMann; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SaccoMann in Newcastle is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its highly regarded team. You will manage a varied caseload in wills, probate, LPAs and trusts, with scope to develop your own niche and progress within a supportive, ambitious office.

You will have 2-5 years PQE, a client-focused approach, and the confidence to work with a degree of autonomy. The firm values business development and supports STEP qualifications, with hybrid working and close collaboration with

Qualifications

• 2-5 yrs PQE in private client (wills, probate, LPAs)
• Ability to manage own caseload with minimal supervision
• Personable, professional and client-focused approach
• Commercial awareness and appetite for business development
• STEP membership or pursuing it would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters including wills, probate and LPAs
• Handle trusts and personal tax planning; some Court of Protection work
• Build strong, long-term client relationships and contribute to business development
• Support the private client team with high standards of service in a busy, friendly environment

Skills

Autonomy

Client-focused approach

Commercial awareness

Business development

Education

STEP membership

Job description

An established and highly regarded law firm in Newcastle is looking to appoint an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its highly rated team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident private client lawyer who enjoys building long-term client relationships and wants genuine scope to shape a role, develop work and progress within a supportive, ambitious office.

The role

You will manage a varied caseload of private client matters, including:

• Wills and estate planning Probate and estate administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney Trusts and personal tax planning
• Some Court of Protection/capacity work
• The team acts for a broad client base, from individuals and families to business owners requiring more complex personal planning
• Much of the work comes through repeat instructions and trusted professional referrals, offering a strong platform on which to build further relationships

About you

You will be a qualified Solicitor with solid private client experience and the confidence to run matters with a high degree of autonomy. You will ideally have:

• 2-5 yrs PQE Strong experience across wills, probate and LPAs
• The ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision
• A personable, professional and client-focused approach
• Commercial awareness and an appetite for business development
• STEP membership, or an interest in working towards it, would be advantageous
• The firm is open-minded about background and career route, and would welcome applications from lawyers who have developed relevant private client experience after qualifying in another area.

What’s on offer

A key hire within an established and well-respected private client practice

• Genuine opportunity to help grow the Newcastle team
• Clear potential for senior progression and future leadership responsibility
• Support with STEP qualifications, including contributions towards fees and study/exam leave
• Experienced secretarial and paralegal support
• A supportive environment with access to senior support on complex matters
• Modern city-centre offices close to public transport links
• Hybrid working available, with up to two remote-working days per week

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