Private Client Solicitor

Liberty Towers; Newsham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Towers in North Kent is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to manage their own caseload, advise clients on wills, probate, estate planning and Powers of Attorney, and work as part of a supportive private client team.

The successful candidate will handle a range of private client matters, maintain relationships with clients and professionals, and contribute to business development within the department.

Qualifications

• Experienced in private client law with at least two years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in managing wills, probate, estate administration and Powers of Attorney.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own private client caseload from instruction to completion.
• Meet clients, take detailed instructions and advise on wills, probate, estate planning and Powers of Attorney.
• Draft and review legal documents and progress matters efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Maintain compliant, well-organised files and provide high-quality client care.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to support clients.

Skills

Private client law

Caseload management

Wills & probate

Communication

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Private Client Lawyer

Location: North Kent

Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based

We are recruiting on behalf of an established and well-regarded law firm in North Kent that is looking to appoint an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a private client specialist who enjoys managing their own caseload, building trusted relationships with clients and working as part of a supportive and professional legal team.

The successful candidate will manage a varied range of private client matters, including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate applications
• Estate administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• General private client advisory work

You will work closely with clients from initial instruction through to completion, providing clear, practical and sensitive advice throughout.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own caseload of private client matters
• Meeting clients and taking detailed instructions
• Advising on wills, probate, estate planning and Powers of Attorney
• Drafting and reviewing legal documentsProgressing matters efficiently and ensuring deadlines are met
• Liaising with beneficiaries, executors, financial advisers and other external professionals
• Maintaining accurate files and ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm standards
• Providing a consistently high standard of client care
• Supporting clients sensitively through what can often be difficult or emotional circumstances
• Contributing to networking, relationship building and business development activities
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, CILEX Lawyer or equivalent
• Experienced within private client law, with a minimum of two years’ relevant experience
• Confident handling wills, probate, estate administration, estate planning and Powers of Attorney
• Comfortable managing a busy caseload independently
• Client-focused, approachable and able to build strong relationships
• Able to explain complex legal matters clearly and sensitively
• Technically strong with excellent attention to detail
• Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively
• Confident using case management systems and standard IT applications
• A team player who is also comfortable working independently
• Interested in contributing to the continued growth and development of the department

Previous private client experience is essential.

The Opportunity

This is a strong opportunity to join an established law firm with an excellent local reputation and a loyal client base.

The role would suit someone looking for a long-term position where they can take ownership of their work, develop strong client relationships and play an important part in the continued success of a well-established private client team.