Private Client Solicitor | 2+ PQE

enable Legal Recruitment Specialists; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

enable Legal Recruitment Specialists is pleased to present an opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor in the Bedfordshire area. You will manage a varied caseload focusing on wills, probate and estate administration within a well-established private client team.

Prospective candidates will handle trust and tax planning matters, LPAs, and inheritance tax considerations while delivering commercially aware advice and excellent client care.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience managing own caseload (wills, probate, estate administration).
• Good understanding of inheritance tax and estate planning.

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills and advising on estate planning.
• Managing probate and estate administration matters.
• Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Dealing with taxable and non-taxable estates.
• Advising on inheritance tax and succession planning.
• Handling trusts and related private client matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm.

Skills

Client relationship management

Drafting

Private Client knowledge

Communication

Job description

An established and highly regarded full-service law firm in the Bedfordshire area is looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE to join its experienced team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established legal practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to individuals and businesses. The firm offers a broad range of specialist legal services and has an established Private Client department with experienced practitioners.

You'll have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, work on a varied range of private client matters and continue developing your technical expertise within a supportive and experienced environment.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of Private Client matters, providing practical and commercially aware advice to a diverse client base.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting wills and advising on estate planning.
• Managing probate and estate administration matters.
• Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Dealing with taxable and non-taxable estates.
• Advising on inheritance tax and succession planning.
• Handling trusts and associated private client matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm.

About You

The firm is looking for a Solicitor who has:

• At least 2 years' PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience managing their own caseload of wills, probate and estate administration matters.
• A good understanding of inheritance tax and estate planning.
• Strong technical, drafting and communication skills.
• Excellent client care skills and the ability to build lasting relationships.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

STEP qualification, or an interest in pursuing further professional development, would be advantageous but is not essential.

The Firm

You'll be joining an established full-service law firm with a strong presence in the region and a broad range of legal expertise.

The Private Client department provides an experienced environment in which to develop your career, offering exposure to a variety of matters and the opportunity to work alongside established practitioners.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
• Opportunity to join an established and experienced Private Client team.
• Varied caseload with scope to develop your technical expertise.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Supportive working environment within a well-regarded legal practice.