Private Client Solicitor: Autonomy, Growth & Flexible Work

Henderson Scott Limited; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Training and progression (STEP/SFE)

Autonomy and responsibility

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive in Bournemouth to join its growing team. You will manage a broad private client caseload with high-quality work and autonomy.

With 3+ PQE, you will handle wills, estates, trusts, LPAs, and estate administration; STEP/SFE accreditation desired; there are progression opportunities and a supportive regional firm environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3+ PQE (flexible).
• Strong experience across Wills, Probate, Trusts and LPAs.
• Confident managing a full caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Commercially aware and motivated to grow your practice.
• Experience using case management systems (desirable).
• STEP/SFE accreditation or interest in working towards (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad and varied private client caseload, including Wills and estate planning, Estate administration, Trusts and tax planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Build and develop your own client relationships.
• Encourage referrals and contribute to business development.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Play a role in the continued growth of the department.

Skills

Wills & estates

Estate administration

Trusts & tax planning

LPAs

Client relationships

Case management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

3+ PQE

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Henderson Scott Limited is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive in Bournemouth to join its growing team. You will manage a broad private client caseload with high-quality work and autonomy.

With 3+ PQE, you will handle wills, estates, trusts, LPAs, and estate administration; STEP/SFE accreditation desired; there are progression opportunities and a supportive regional firm environment.