Private Client Solicitor

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited partners a Worcester-based legal firm, offering a Private Client Solicitor (NQ–3 PQE) or Trainee Solicitor with at least 12 months’ Wills and Probate experience.

Join a busy Private Client Department and handle wills, lasting powers of attorney, probate, estate planning and trust work while building strong client relationships.

Hybrid working follows completion of probation, with ongoing training, development opportunities and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Trainee Solicitor with Wills and Probate experience.
• Excellent communication and client-care skills.
• Ability to manage varied caseload and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Estate administration and Probate
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Trust creation and administration
• Advising elderly clients
• Asset protection and succession planning
• Providing high-quality, client-focused legal advice
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships

Skills

Communication skills

Client-care

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Private Client experience

Education

Qualified Solicitor England & Wales

Trainee Solicitor with 12+ months Wills & Probate

Tools

STEP membership

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Trainee Solicitor

Worcester | £27,000–£30,000 for Trainee | £35,000–£40,000 for Qualified Solicitor, depending on experience | Hybrid following completion of probation

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited are proud to partner a well-known, growing Worcester based legal firm. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor (NQ–3 PQE) or Trainee Solicitor with at least 12 months’ experience in Wills and Probate to join a busy and growing Private Client Department in Worcester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Trainee Solicitor looking to qualify into Private Client, a newly qualified Solicitor looking to establish their career, or an experienced Solicitor with up to three years' PQE seeking a supportive and forward-thinking firm where they can continue to develop.

The Role

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Estate administration and Probate
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Trust creation and administration
• Advising elderly clients
• Asset protection and succession planning
• Providing high-quality, client-focused legal advice
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships

You will benefit from early client exposure and responsibility, whilst receiving support and guidance from experienced colleagues as you continue to develop your technical and commercial skills.

About You

• Be a Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 0–3 years' PQE, or a Trainee Solicitor with at least 12 months' experience in Wills and Probate
• Have previous experience within Private Client, either during training or post-qualification
• Demonstrate strong communication and client-care skills
• Have excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Be able to manage a varied caseload and competing deadlines
• Have a genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Private Client
• Be commercially aware and committed to delivering an excellent client service

STEP membership or progress towards STEP qualifications would be advantageous but is not essential.

What’s on Offer?

• £27,000–£30,000 for Trainee Solicitor
• £35,000–£40,000 for Qualified Solicitor, depending on experience
• Established and growing Private Client team
• High-quality work and an established client base
• Supportive and approachable working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression
• Modern and flexible working practices
• Full-time, permanent position