Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive

ENL Legal Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least one year PQE to join their trusted private client department in Devon. The role involves leading a caseload of wills, trusts, and estate administration, while providing tax advice and mentoring junior staff. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package, flexible working arrangements, and genuine career progression opportunities. Strong expertise in Trusts and Estates law, along with business development skills are essential.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible and hybrid working options

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year PQE as a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Strong background in Trusts and Estates law with a focus on tax planning.
• Experience in business development and client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a broad caseload including wills, trusts, probate, and estate administration.
• Advise clients on inheritance tax and estate-related tax issues.
• Draft and review complex legal documentation.

Skills

Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive

Trusts and Estates law expertise

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and collaborative approach

Job description

Private Client Solicitor/legal Executive, 1+ Years PQE, Devon, £(DOE) – As a valid member of the private client department, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services to clients, while helping to drive business development and support the ongoing growth and training of the team. JOB REF: TL2323

THE ROLE:

• Lead on a broad caseload including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, estate administration, and tax planning.
• Advise clients on inheritance tax and trust/estate-related tax issues.
• Draft and review complex legal documentation.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members.
• Play an active role in business development, networking, and building client relationships across the West Staffordshire.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Applications sought from Private Client Solicitors or Legal Executives with a minimum of 1 year PQE.
• A strong background in Trusts and Estates law, including tax planning and trust administration.
• Proven experience in growing a private client offering and building a client base.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills.
• A team player with a proactive and collaborative approach.

ON OFFER:

• Competitive remuneration package on offer.
• Flexible and hybrid working available for experienced lawyers.
• Genuine career progression.

For more information or to apply for this role contact Theresa Lucas on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail].

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