Private Client Solicitor

Djh; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Birthday day off

Volunteer day

Hybrid working

Company pension

Health MOTs

Mental health support

Job summary

DJH in the UK seeks a Private Client Solicitor to join our Estate Planning team. You will handle estate administrations, Wills and LPAs for high-net-worth clients, with guidance from senior colleagues and a focus on client-focused outcomes.

Based primarily at our Stoke-on-Trent head office, we welcome candidates from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester or Midlands with one day per week at HQ, with travel expenses covered. A structured progression path and supportive culture await.

Qualifications

• Qualified or newly qualified solicitor with Private Client experience.
• Experience in estate administration, Wills, LPAs and Trusts.
• Comfortable working in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage estate administrations, attorney and trust files with guidance.
• Draft Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trust documents for high-net-worth clients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a seamless client experience.

Skills

Private Client

Estate Planning

Wills & Trusts

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

Description

At DJH, our team is at the heart of everything we achieve. And no matter how much we grow, looking after them will always be our #1 priority. We come in all shapes and sizes, with different qualities, experience and knowledge. Together, our differences create balance. And that is our superpower.

By joining DJH we’ll be with you at every step, as you grow and develop and build a fantastic career. Together, we’ll achieve great things.

Let’s talk about the role...

As a Private Client Solicitor, you’ll be fully immersed in our experienced Estate Planning team, playing a meaningful role in supporting clients at important stages of their lives. You’ll join a team that has gone from strength to strength, where collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and professional development are genuinely valued.

Our highly regarded and successful Estate Planning team is primarily based at our Head Office in Stoke-on-Trent. That said, we’re happy to consider candidates who are predominantly based at our Manchester, Liverpool, Chester or Midlands offices, with one day per week spent at our Head Office. We’ll cover your travel expenses, making sure you're part of the team without needing to be Stoke-based full time.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or newly qualified solicitor to build confidence and expertise within a vibrant, multidisciplinary environment. With hands-on experience, structured support, and clear progression opportunities, you’ll be encouraged to develop your skills and grow your career. You will:

• Be responsible for management of estate administrations, attorney and trust files, with guidance from senior colleagues
• Draft high-quality Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Trust documentation tailored to meet the needs of high-net-worth individuals and business owners
• Work closely with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, benefiting from shared expertise across the group to deliver a seamless client experience

Let’s talk about you and your skills...

Motivated and eager to take the next step in your career, you will:

• Be a qualified or newly qualified solicitor (or possess equivalent qualifications and practical experience)
• Have proven experience within Private Client, with a good understanding of estate administration, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trusts
• Be comfortable working with electronic case management systems
• Thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment where learning and development are encouraged
• Enjoy building relationships with high net worth clients and demonstrate strong communication skills in a client-facing role

Let’s talk benefits...

Here’s a few reasons to come and join us, but you’ll find loads more once you get your feet under the table:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off to celebrate your birthday
• Volunteer day
• Flexible hybrid workingTailored learning and development
• Company pension
• Health MOTs
• Mental health support
• A fully loaded wellbeing, social & community calendar.

Together we achieve great things for our team, clients, communities and the planet. You can read more about DJH here.

Born not so long ago in 2021, DJH was founded on a fantastic opportunity – the merger of two of Stoke-on-Trent’s leading firms. But since then, we’ve not looked back. We’ve gone from strength to strength, with more like‑minded firms joining us on our mission to achieve great things.

With offices across the UK and Ireland, we’re an experienced, Top 40 accountancy and business advisory group, who share the same values and ambitions, and most importantly, a passion for people.

Our values run through everything that we do. We live them. We breathe them. By fostering a team-first culture based on honesty, passion, and ambition, we create long‑lasting, trusted partnerships. We're also proud to be B Corp certified, a recognition that demonstrates our commitment to using our business as a force for good. From enhanced family-friendly policies to environmental improvements and community volunteer days, we're continuously working to make a positive impact for our team, clients, communities, and the planet.

We’re on the hunt for brilliant people – individuals who aren’t just technically brilliant but also driven by a passion for finding innovative solutions and constantly pushing the boundaries to achieve great things together. Each of our team plays a vital role in shaping the culture of our business, helping us grow, evolve, and succeed together. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us on this exciting journey.