Private Client Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Bridgend

Chadwick Nott; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Flexible working where possible

Mentoring from STEP Head of Department

Wide range of private client work

Modern systems and technology

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Bridgend is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to manage a broad private client practice, including wills, LPAs and probate, within a supportive and progressive team.

This permanent, full-time role (part-time considered) offers a competitive salary of £40,000–£55,000, flexible working where possible, mentoring from a STEP‑qualified Head of Department and a wide range of private client work.

Qualifications

• Experience in wills, LPAs and probate.
• Strong client care skills and a sensitive, professional approach.
• Good drafting, organisation and file management skills.
• Confidence managing files with appropriate supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a close knit team.
• STEP qualification, TEP status or willingness to work towards STEP (highly desirable).

Responsibilities

• Managing a broad range of private client matters, including wills, LPAs and probate.
• Wills and estate planning work.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney and probate administration.
• Professional executor and full estate administration work.
• Trusts (where appropriate).
• Court of Protection matters (where appropriate).
• Exposure to estate disputes and contentious probate (depending on experience).
• Collaborative work with solicitors, trainees and support staff.

Skills

Wills

LPAs

Probate

Team collaboration

Education

STEP/TEP desirable

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Bridgend

Location: Bridgend

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (part time considered)

Salary: £40,000 to £55,000 (dependent on experience)

A well established regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its busy and respected Private Client Department in Bridgend. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a broad and rewarding private client practice within a supportive, progressive and friendly team.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a broad range of private client matters, including:

• Wills
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Probate and estate administration
• Professional executor and full estate administration work
• Trusts (where appropriate)
• Court of Protection matters (where appropriate)
• Exposure to estate disputes and contentious probate (depending on experience and interest)
• Handling both straightforward and more complex matters with appropriate supervision
• Working collaboratively with solicitors, trainees and support staff

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in wills, LPAs and probate
• Strong client care skills and a sensitive, professional approach
• Good drafting, organisation and file management skills
• Confidence managing files with appropriate supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively within a close knit team
• Sound judgment and awareness of when to escalates technical or sensitive issues
• Interest in developing a broader private client practice
• STEP qualification, TEP status or willingness to work towards STEP (highly desirable)

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Supportive and progressive working environment
• Mentoring from a TEP qualified Head of Department
• Exposure to a broad range of private client work
• Good administrative and drafting support
• Modern systems and technology
• Birthday day off
• Additional office closure days over Christmas
• Enhanced sickness benefits (after qualifying period)
• Flexible working considered where possible
• Support for professional development, including STEP progression
• Opportunity to contribute to the department's continued growth

How to Apply

• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

All applications will be treated in confidence.

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.