Private Client Solicitor

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Oxford is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to manage a varied caseload focused on probate and estate administration. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years PQE and expertise in wills, trusts, and estate planning. This role offers a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment. Candidates with a STEP qualification or relevant experience are highly desirable.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE in Wills, Probate, and Private Client matters.
• Ability to handle a full caseload with minimal supervision.
• Interest or experience in estate planning, trusts, and taxation.
• Strong IT literacy and experience using workflow platforms.
• Attention to detail with a structured approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload with emphasis on probate.
• Advise clients on wills, trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Provide estate and tax planning advice for High-Net-Worth individuals.
• Collaborate on tax planning and wealth structuring.
• Deliver tailored inheritance tax advice in line with clients' circumstances.
• Undertake trust work including drafting and administration.
• Offer advice to elderly clients and families with vulnerable dependants.
• Participate in business development initiatives.

Skills

Probate management

Estate planning

Trust administration

Client relationship management

Business development

Education

STEP qualification (full or in progress)

Tools

Case management software

Job description

We are currently working with a Legal 500 ranked firm in Reading that is looking for a talented Private Client Solicitor to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and experienced Private Client law professional to join a well-regarded and friendly team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage a full and varied caseload, with an initial emphasis on probate and estate administration.
• Advise clients on all aspects of wills, trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Provide comprehensive estate and tax planning advice, particularly for High-Net-Worth individuals, business owners, and clients with cross-border interests.
• Work closely with a partner on complex tax planning and wealth structuring matters.
• Deliver tailored inheritance tax advice in line with clients' personal and financial circumstances.
• Undertake trust work, including the drafting, administration, and ongoing management of trusts.
• Offer specialist advice to elderly clients and families with vulnerable or disabled dependants.
• Actively participate in business development initiatives to support the growth of the Private Wealth team.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through in-person meetings, virtual consultations, and regular communications.

The successful candidate:

• 2-5 years PQE in Wills, Probate, and wider Private Client matters.
• Proven ability to handle a full probate caseload with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated interest or practical experience in estate planning, trusts, and taxation.
• STEP qualification (full or in progress) is highly desirable.
• Technically proficient, with strong IT literacy and experience using case management or workflow platforms.
• Meticulous attention to detail, with a structured and organised approach to work.
• Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal, with a client-focused mindset.
• Commercially minded and forward-thinking, with a strong interest in contributing to business development and the team's growth.

In exchange, the firm is willing to offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package as well as opportunities for career progression.

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For more information, contact Faith Kelly at Sellick Partnership, or apply within.

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