Private Client Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive Private Client Solicitor to join their supportive team in Surrey. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of private client matters, including wills, trusts, and estate planning. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, providing tailored legal advice while building strong client relationships. With a commitment to exceptional client service and continuous professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in private client law.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in private client law.
• Strong technical skills in wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of private client matters like wills and trusts.
• Providing high-quality legal advice and maintaining client relationships.

Skills

Private Client Law

Wills and Trusts

Probate

Estate Planning

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job title: Private Client Solicitor

Location: Woking

Salary: £50,000-£57,000

PQE Level: 1-3+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

We are seeking a proactive and client-focused Private Client Solicitor with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience to join our client's private client team in Surrey. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, and further develop their skills while working on a diverse range of private client matters.

You will be managing a caseload of private client matters such as wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning. The candidate will provide high-quality legal advice to various clients, build and maintain strong client relationships, conduct legal research to stay up-to-date with relevant legislation, assist senior solicitors with complex cases, and contribute to the firm's success through active participation in business development activities.

The ideal candidate should be a qualified solicitor with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in private client law. They should possess strong technical skills, a solid understanding of wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proactive organizational abilities, a commitment to exceptional client service, and a passion for continuous professional development is a must have in this role.

Day-to-day tasks will include meeting with clients to discuss their private client needs, providing tailored legal advice, drafting wills, trusts, and other legal documents with precision, liaising with other departments within the firm to deliver a holistic service, maintaining accurate records and compliance with regulatory requirements, as well as participating in team meetings and contributing to the overall success of the private client department.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Surrey please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

(e) [e-mail]

(m) 07921 895 776

(t) 0117 917 1864

(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*