Private Client Solicitor – East Dunbartonshire

Frasia Wright Associates; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in Scotland is seeking a qualified Solicitor to join its expanding Private Client team in East Dunbartonshire. The role offers a supportive environment focused on delivering high-quality client service with hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years PQE in executries and private client work under Scots law, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities autonomously while knowing when to

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years PQE in executries and private client work under Scots law.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously with supervisory guidance when needed.

Responsibilities

• Managing administration of executries and trusts, including straightforward and complex estates.
• Advising clients on succession planning, inheritance tax, and related private client matters.
• Drafting legal documentation and correspondence for executries and trust work.
• Managing your own caseload, proactively progressing matters and liaising with clients and third parties.
• Maintaining regular client contact, in person and remotely, and managing client expectations.
• Collaborating with colleagues to support team delivery and shared workloads.

Skills

Private Client

Executries

Scots Law

Education

Solicitor (Qualified)

Job description

We are pleased to be working with a busy Scottish law firm that is recruiting a qualified Solicitor to join its expanding Private Client team in East Dunbartonshire. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, collaborative environment focused on delivering high‑quality client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the administration of executries and trusts, including both straightforward and complex estates
• Advising clients on succession planning, inheritance tax, and related private client matters
• Drafting legal documentation and correspondence in connection with executries and trust work
• Managing your own caseload, proactively progressing matters and liaising with clients and third parties
• Maintaining regular client contact, both in person and remotely, and managing client expectations
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to support team delivery and shared workloads

The firm is seeking a qualified solicitor with at least 2 year PQE level, or equivalent experience, with a background in executries and private client work under Scots law. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential. Candidates should be confident working with a degree of autonomy while knowing when to seek guidance from supervisors.

You will be joining a friendly and motivated Private Client team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and fresh ideas. The firm offers hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary and benefits package, and genuine opportunities for professional development within a respected practice.