Private Client Solicitor

VG Charles & Co; West of England; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

VG Charles & Co invites applications for a Junior Private Client Solicitor in South Gloucestershire. Join a small, close-knit team with an established reputation for high-quality private client advice.

You will develop expertise in wills, probate, estate planning and related tax considerations while handling a varied caseload and building strong client relationships under experienced supervision. The role offers clear career development opportunities and exposure to high-quality work in a

Qualifications

• A junior Solicitor with experience in private client law.
• A sound understanding of wills, probate and estate administration.
• An interest in developing expertise in estate planning, tax and trusts.
• Strong communication and client care skills, with the ability to explain complex matters clearly and sensitively.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and a genuine commitment to developing a long-term career in private client work.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a broad range of private client matters.
• Draft wills and advise on succession planning.
• Provide estate planning advice tailored to clients' personal and financial circumstances.
• Administer estates and handle probate matters.
• Advise on inheritance tax and tax planning considerations.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver high-quality service.

Skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Job description

South Gloucestershire | Excellent Career Development Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Private Client Solicitor to join a successful and growing legal team in South Gloucestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within private client law, working as part of a small, close-knit team with an established reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice.

The team is performing exceptionally well, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to become involved in a varied and interesting caseload while developing their technical expertise alongside experienced colleagues.

The Role

You will advise clients on a broad range of private client matters, including:

• Drafting wills and advising on succession planning.


• Providing estate planning advice tailored to clients' personal and financial circumstances.


• Administering estates and dealing with probate matters.


• Advising on inheritance tax and wider tax planning considerations.


• Assisting with trust creation, administration and related advice.


• Building strong client relationships and delivering a high standard of service.

The role will offer exposure to good-quality work, with the opportunity to take responsibility for matters and continue building your expertise across the full range of private client services.

The Ideal Candidate

• A junior Solicitor with experience in private client law.


• A sound understanding of wills, probate and estate administration.


• An interest in developing expertise in estate planning, tax and trusts.


• Strong communication and client care skills, with the ability to explain complex matters clearly and sensitively.


• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.


• A proactive approach and a genuine commitment to developing a long-term career in private client work.

The Benefits

• The opportunity to join a small, successful and growing team.


• Exposure to high-quality private client work.


• Support and guidance to help develop your technical skills.


• The opportunity to broaden your experience across wills, estate planning, probate, taxation and trusts.


• A rewarding role with scope for continued professional development.