Private Client Solicitor

3 Sixty Resourcing; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal services firm in Peterborough is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to shape and lead its new legal division. With a client base of over 1,000, you'll advise on estates, Wills, and trusts while aiming for career progression to Head of Legal. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and ambition to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000 P.A (DOE)

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Personal & Professional Development

Contributory Pension 5%

Free lunches

Life cover and Critical Illness

Private Medical Insurance

Career progression into Head of Legal

Qualifications

• Experience in Wills, LPAs, probate, and trusts.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Experience in estate planning and inheritance tax matters desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on Wills, LPAs, Trusts and Probates.
• Handling probate and administration of estates.
• Drafting and managing trusts along with related documentation.
• Building relationships with clients and developing the legal division.
• Building and leading a legal team.

Skills

Private Client experience

Client care skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ambition to lead

Independently managing a caseload

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

Full Time, Permanent

Peterborough

Up to £60,000 P.A (DOE)

In a nutshell…

This isn't just another solicitor role. This is a career-defining opportunity to join a brand-new subsidiary of an established business with a client base of over 1,000 loyal clients. You will play a key role in shaping and leading their legal division, supporting existing operations, and driving growth.

If you're an existing Private Client Solicitor that's ambitious, driven, and ready to make a name for yourself in the law industry, this role could see you quickly progress to Head of Legal, shaping the strategy and success of a growing team.

What's involved for the Private Client Solicitor.

• Advising clients on Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Trusts and Probates.
• Handling probate and administration of estates.
• Drafting and managing trusts and related documentation.
• Building strong relationships with an existing client base of over 1,000 individuals.
• Supporting and shaping the development of the legal division for a new subsidiary.
• Building and leading your own legal team to drive company growth
• Working closely with senior management to develop processes, strategy, and innovative ways to grow the legal function.

What you'll need.

• Qualified Solicitor with Private Client experience.
• Experience in Wills, LPAs, probate, and trusts.
• Strong client care, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ambition to lead, grow, and make an impact within a legal team.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Experience in estate planning and inheritance tax matters desirable.

Why this role is different?

• Not just a job - a chance to shape a new legal division from the ground up.
• Huge growth potential leading to Head of Legal.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established, loyal client base.
• Be part of a forward-thinking business where your ideas directly influence success.

Benefits for the Private Client Solicitor include:

• Salary up to £60,000 P.A (DOE)
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Commitment to your Personal & Professional Development
• Contributory Pension 5%
• Free lunches
• Life cover, Death in Service & Critical Illness
• Private Medical Insurance
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• Career progression into Head of Legal
• Professional, supportive and dynamic office environment

If you're ready to step into a Private Client Solicitor role where you can truly make your mark, apply today.

Applications from outside the UK will not be considered.