Private Client Solicitor

SaccoMann; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Durham is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to manage a mixed caseload, including wills and estate planning. This role offers flexible working and a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of PQE and strong communication skills. The firm values professional growth and provides a rewarding culture with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Pension

Private Healthcare

Transparent career structure

Competitive holiday allowance

Free parking

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a solid understanding of wills, estate planning, and probate.
• Experience in trusts and tax advice preferred.
• Ability to handle a varied caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle mixed private client caseload including wills and estate planning.
• Manage probate and estate administration tasks.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Client-focused approach

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years PQE

Job description

Overview

Sacco Mann is delighted to be working exclusively on a brand-new private client solicitor role in the Durham office of this highly regarded regional team. This role offers the chance to work within a friendly and cohesive team that benefits from a highly supportive manager with strong technical expertise.

The Role

The successful candidate will handle a mixed private client caseload, including will drafting, estate planning, probate, tax and trusts. The firm boasts a substantial will bank, a high volume of repeat business, and long-standing clients, providing stability and ongoing opportunities for development.

Key Responsibilities

• Wills and Estate Planning
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Trusts & Tax Advice - support provided with this if it been a focus before
• Maintaining and developing client relationships
• Getting involved with business development opportunities with the Head of Department

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 2-5 yrs PQE
• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach
• Ability to handle a varied caseload independently
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally to other offices as needed

Benefits

• Flexible working
• Pension
• Private Healthcare
• Transparent career structure based on merit not longevity
• Competitive holiday allowance
• Free parking

This is an excellent opportunity for a private client solicitor to join a well-established team in a supportive environment. You will benefit from working within a friendly team that encourages growth and collaboration and you really won't find a more supportive manager.

If you are interested in this private client solicitor role in Durham 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.

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.