Private Client Solicitor

G2legal; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Firm-wide bonus scheme

25 days holiday + birthday off

Private healthcare

Contributory pension scheme

Annual salary reviews

Clear progression path

Flexible hybrid working policy

Support for STEP qualification

Job summary

A forward-thinking law firm in Plymouth is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive for a hybrid role. This position offers a varied caseload focusing on probate, wills, LPAs, and trusts. The firm provides a supportive culture with long-term progression opportunities, competitive salary, and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitors & legal executives welcome.
• Candidates need to be comfortable advising on a range of matters.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model with flexible patterns.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Support in probate, wills, LPAs, trusts, and tax planning.
• Advise on LPAs, trusts and related tax planning.
• Collaborate with paralegals and admin staff to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Comfortable advising on various matters

Willingness to develop skills

Education

Qualified Private Client Solicitor or CILEX Legal Executive

CILEX qualification

Job description

Overview

Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive – Hybrid Role – Plymouth

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive looking for your next career move in the South West? This well-regarded law firm in Plymouth is expanding and looking to hire a new solicitor or legal executive in their Private Client department.

This vacancy offers long-term progression, a supportive hybrid working model and exposure to a high-quality caseload.

What’s on Offer?

• Highly competitive salary – based on experience
• Firm-wide bonus scheme – not linked to billable hours
• 25 days holiday + birthday off + Christmas closure
• Private healthcare and health & wellbeing cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual salary reviews and performance bonuses
• Clear progression path to senior roles
• Very flexible hybrid working policy – 2 days in office, 3 days remote (more flexibility available for experienced candidates)
• Part-time and flexible working patterns are available
• Support to become STEP qualified

The Role

The Role: Private Client Lawyer – Full or Part-Time Considered

You'll handle a varied caseload of private client matters, including:

• Probate & Estate Administration
• Wills & Estate Planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
• Trusts and Tax Planning

Be supported by dedicated paralegal and admin staff, allowing you to focus on technical legal work.

Who Should Apply?

• Private Client Solicitors or CILEX Legal Executives
• Newly qualified solicitors & legal executives are welcome to apply, as are those with more PQE
• You will be comfortable advising on a range of matters – or eager to develop skills in new areas
• Whether you're newly qualified, mid-level, or an experienced specialist – you'll be supported and encouraged

Why This Firm?

This is a forward-thinking, people-first law firm with a collaborative culture and long-standing reputation in the South West. It invests in its team and offers real work/life balance. Hybrid working here means more than just lip service.

How to Apply

Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV or contact Paul Norman in confidence for a discreet discussion about this and other Private Client Solicitor roles in the region.