Private Client Solicitor (1+ PQE) – North Devon or Tiverton – Tiverton

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Private Client Solicitor (1+ PQE) for a role that offers flexible location in North Devon or Tiverton, Devon. You will manage wills, probate, LPAs and trusts within a recognised regional firm.

Joining a busy private client team, you will deliver high-quality client service, build relationships and pursue career progression in a collaborative environment. Salary ranges £40,000–£50,000 per annum with a permanent, full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1+ years’ PQE in Private Client
• Experience handling wills, probate and LPAs
• Strong client care and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload including wills and estate planning, probate and LPAs, trusts and inheritance tax
• Manage elderly client matters and succession planning
• Develop within a supportive private client team with career progression opportunities

Skills

Caseload management

Client care

Communication

Organizational abilities

Proactive

Ambitious

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Private Client Solicitor (1+ PQE) – North Devon or Tiverton

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established, Legal 500-recognised regional law firm with a strong reputation for providing trusted legal advice to individuals, families and business owners across the South West.

Joining a busy and respected private client team, you will handle a varied caseload including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trusts
• Inheritance tax and succession planning
• Elderly client matters

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor looking to build their expertise, take on quality work and develop their career within a friendly and collaborative environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1+ years’ PQE in Private Client
• Experience managing a caseload of wills, probate and LPAs
• Strong client care and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• A proactive and personable approach
• Ambitious and keen to develop within a successful private client team

Why Join?

• Join a respected Legal 500-recognised regional firm with an excellent reputation for client service.
• Enjoy a varied and high-quality private client caseload with strong local referral networks.
• Benefit from ongoing support, mentoring and genuine career progression opportunities.
• Work within a friendly, collaborative team that values work-life balance and professional development.
• Flexible location options in either North Devon or Tiverton.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*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.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £40000 – £50000 per annum
Location: Tiverton, Devon