Private Client Solicitor (French Speaking)

Chadwick Nott - South East and Thames Valley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with French language skills to join their team in Surrey/London. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload for high-net-worth clients, focusing on wills, estate administration, and tax matters. This role offers substantial career progression opportunities within a supportive environment, making it ideal for solicitors looking to expand their expertise in international client matters.

Benefits

Mentorship and development programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Private Client Solicitor with 2+ years PQE.
• Fluency in French, either bilingual or native level.
• Strong time and client management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving wills, estate administration, and trust taxation.
• Engage in business development activities, including networking and writing.
• Contribute to team projects and client relationships.

Skills

Client Management

Business Development

Networking

Time Management

Job description

Job title: Private Client Solicitor (French Speaking)
Location: Surrey/London
Salary: £65k-£90k - depending on experience
PQE Level: 2+
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

My client is a market-leading firm known for its expertise across multiple sectors. Their Private Client team delivers bespoke solutions to a wide range of high-net-worth individuals and is highly regarded for its cross-border capabilities. They are currently an experienced and French-speaking (bilingual or native) solicitor interested in expanding their expertise into high-profile international matters. The role involves managing a diverse caseload, including wills, estate administration, UK trust taxation, inheritance tax, and capital gains and income tax, with a focus on French clients.

You'll handle your own matters while contributing to larger team projects, engage in business development through networking, article writing, and building relationships with referrers. Strong time and client management are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for private client lawyers seeking intellectually rewarding work with a supportive and market-leading team. You will also benefit from a leading mentorship and development programme that fosters career progression and professional growth. Overall, not one to miss for French-speaking private client lawyers.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Surrey or the Southeast in general please do get in touch with Will Webster at Chadwick Nott:

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*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.*