Private Client Solicitor - Legal 200 firm Nottingham

QED Legal; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Legal 200 firm in Nottingham seeks a Private Client Solicitor to join their supportive team. This role involves advising high net worth clients on a range of matters including wills, trusts, and tax planning. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, career progression, and the opportunity to work on high-profile cases.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Generous holiday allowance and flexible working

Clear career progression path

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Friendly team environment

Modern office facilities

Involvement in high-value matters

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with some experience in wills, trusts, probate, and tax planning.
• Personable, professional with strong communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong legal research skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on wills, trusts, gifts, probate, and personal tax.
• Provide estate and succession planning advice.
• Assist in resolving trust law and tax planning issues.

Skills

Communication

Legal Research

Teamwork

Client-focused approach

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case Management Tools

Job description

Private Client Solicitor – Legal 200 Firm - Excellent Progression Opportunity - Nottingham
£38,000 to £60,000


The Firm

My client is a well-established and highly respected Legal 200 firm, based in the heart of Nottingham. Known for their commitment to excellence and client care, they have built a long-standing reputation in the East Midlands and beyond. With a dedicated Private Client and Charities team, they offer expert legal advice to high net worth individuals, business owners, and charitable organisations.

The firm is ranked in leading legal directories and consistently receives glowing reviews from both clients and employees. With a supportive, collaborative working culture and a real focus on progression and development, it’s no surprise that they attract and retain top legal talent.

Looking to be part of something bigger, where your work makes a genuine difference?


The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to work across a broad range of quality matters involving high net worth individuals. The successful candidate will:

• Advise on wills, trusts, gifts, probate, powers of attorney, and personal tax (including income, capital gains, and inheritance tax)
  
  
• Provide estate and succession planning advice to individuals and families, working closely with the property and corporate tax teams
  
  
• Translate complex client needs into legally effective and commercially viable solutions
  
  
• Assist in resolving trust law and tax planning issues
  
  
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and tax rules
  
  
• Support other departments with technical input, such as the professional indemnity team
  
  
• Be involved in business development, seminars, and pitch contributions
  
  
  

You

This role would suit a confident and capable solicitor looking to take the next step in their private client career. The ideal candidate will be:

• A qualified solicitor with some experience in wills, trusts, probate, and tax planning
  
  
• Personable and professional, with strong communication skills
  
  
• A team player who is also comfortable working independently
  
  
• Commercially minded with a client-focused approach
  
  
• Detail-oriented with strong legal research skills
  
  
• Comfortable using IT systems, particularly Microsoft Office and ideally case management tools
  
  
  

Are you looking to join a firm where you’ll be supported to develop your expertise, while working on stimulating and rewarding cases?


Benefits

My client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary and bonus structure
  
  
• Generous holiday allowance and flexible working arrangements
  
  
• Clear and supportive career progression path
  
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
  
  
• Friendly, down-to-earth team environment
  
  
• Modern office facilities in central Nottingham
  
  
• Involvement in a variety of high-value and high-profile matters
  
  

If you are a Private Client Solicitor looking for a change at a well-established Legal 100 firm in Nottingham, then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal Recruitment today.