Private Client Solicitor – Glasgow/Hybrid

Frasia Wright Associates; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service law firm in Glasgow seeks a skilled Lawyer for its Private Client Team. The ideal candidate will provide professional advice on wills, powers of attorney, and family protection trusts, while also supervising support staff and nurturing client relationships. Previous experience in handling sensitive cases is an asset, as well as at least two years' PQE in a relevant legal environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of PQE level.
• Experience in a private client team or firm.
• Interest in estate planning and handling complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and legally sound documents based on client instructions.
• Conducting in-depth consultations with clients to understand unique needs.
• Meeting monthly fee targets and developing relationships with partners.

Skills

Estate Planning

Communication

Client Consultations

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE)

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

col-narrow-left

Client:

Location:

scotland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

f19254f0f20b

Job Views:

47

Posted:

24.06.2025

Expiry Date:

08.08.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

This full-service law firm, which also functions as estate agents, is currently seeking a Lawyer to join its busy Private Client Team in Glasgow. The purpose of the role is to provide professional advice to a variety of clients on all aspects of private client matters including wills, powers of attorney, testamentary trust plans, and family protection trusts.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing accurate and legally sound documents based on client instructions, ensuring compliance.
• Conducting in-depth consultations with clients to understand their unique needs, provide expert advice, and gather instructions for the preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney, Testamentary Trust Plans, and Family Protection Trusts
• Meeting monthly fee targets effectively pricing and selling estate planning services to clients.
• Proactively developing and nurturing relationships with Charities, Financial Advisors, and other strategic partners to generate new business opportunities.
• Supervising and utilising the skills of support staff within the team, ensuring tasks are efficiently delegated and performance is managed.

The team is keen to hear from candidates with at least 2 years’ PQE level with experience in a private client team or firm and specific skills or an interest in estate planning. Previous experience of handling sensitive and complex cases is desirable. 2024 qualifiers with a focus on Private client will also be considered.