Private Client Solicitor – Aberdeen

Frasia Wright Associates; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in Aberdeen is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established Scottish law firm. You will work within one of the largest STEP-qualified private client teams in the North East, handling high-quality private client matters for a broad client base.

Newly Qualified solicitors and above are welcome, with flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitors are welcome; private client experience preferred.
• STEP qualification is not essential, with funding/support available to pursue it.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are required.
• Genuine interest in developing a career in private client law.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on wills, powers of attorney, estate and succession planning.
• Assisting with administration of executries, trusts and related private client work.
• Providing advice on inheritance tax and other capital tax planning matters.
• Building strong client relationships and working collaboratively within a team.
• Contributing to business development activities, including networking and client updates.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Business development

Education

Newly Qualified Solicitor (UK)

Job description

This well-established Scottish law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its highly regarded team in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity to work within one of the largest STEP-qualified private client teams in the North East of Scotland, advising a broad range of clients on high-quality private client matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising clients on Wills, Powers of Attorney, estate and succession planning matters
• Assisting with the administration of executries, trusts and related private client work
• Providing advice on inheritance tax and other capital tax planning matters
• Building strong client relationships and working collaboratively within a supportive team environment
• Contributing to business development activities, including networking and client updates where appropriate

Applicants should be Newly Qualified Solicitors and above, with previous experience in private client work preferred. Candidates should possess strong communication and organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a genuine interest in developing a career in private client law. STEP qualification is not essential, and full support and funding are available for candidates wishing to pursue the qualification.

You will be joining a friendly and collaborative team that offers high-quality work, ongoing professional development, genuine opportunities for career progression, flexible working arrangements, and an excellent benefits package.