Private Client Solicitor (2+ PQE)

Elite Personnel Ltd; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Parking costs covered at alternate loc

Job summary

Elite Personnel Ltd is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a well-regarded law firm in the UK. The role concentrates on Wills, Probate and estate administration, offering autonomy within a supportive team.

You will manage a varied caseload, provide expert advice to clients, and ensure compliance in all files while contributing to business development and client care. A strong, organised candidate with 2+ years PQE and experience in Wills and Probate is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in Private Client work.
• Proven experience handling Wills and Probate matters independently.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident IT user with experience of case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of Wills, Probate and estate administration matters.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients in person and over the phone.
• Progress files efficiently in line with compliance and internal procedures.
• Handle billing processes, including invoicing and recovery of disbursements.
• Maintain excellent client care and professional standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider team.
• Support business development and contribute to department growth.

Job description

An established and well-regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a high-quality caseload within a supportive and professional environment.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of private client matters, with a strong focus on Wills, Probate, and estate administration. The role offers a good level of autonomy, supported by an experienced and collaborative team.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing a full caseload of Wills, Probate, and estate administration matters.

Providing expert legal advice to clients both in person and over the phone.

Ensuring files are progressed efficiently in line with compliance and internal procedures.

Handling billing processes, including timely invoicing and recovery of disbursements.

Maintaining excellent client care and professional standards.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider team.

Supporting business development and contributing to the growth of the department.

About You

Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE in Private Client work.

Proven experience handling Wills and Probate matters independently.

Strong communication and client relationship skills.

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

Confident IT user with experience of case management systems.

Commercially aware and proactive approach.

Salary & Benefits

Salary circa £34,000+ (dependent on experience).

23 days holiday + UK bank holidays.

Additional ex gratia days (including your birthday and Christmas).

Pension scheme (following successful probation).

Free on-site parking available at the main office.

Parking costs covered when working at alternate office locations.

Company sick pay.

Discounted legal fees (subject to qualifying conditions).

Supportive team culture with genuine career progression opportunities.

Please note: We will require a copy of your UK right to work documentation before an application can be progressed.

Due to the unprecedented volume of response we are currently receiving regrettably we are no longer able to respond to every application individually. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours, please assume your application for this role has been unsuccessful. We do read each CV carefully and if the situation changes or another potentially suitable role becomes active, we will be back in contact.