Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive

Legal Southwest; Langport; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team

Job summary

Legal Southwest Ltd in Somerset is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join a long-established practice known for its friendly, collaborative culture. You will manage wills, probate, LPAs and estate planning, with potential exposure to Contentious Probate, while delivering high quality face-to-face client service.

The role is office-based with the possibility of part-time hours or adjusted days to accommodate commitments, and the firm emphasizes a supportive environment and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with Private Client experience.
• Contentious Probate experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Compassionate, patient and approachable manner.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of Private Client matters.
• Advise on wills, probate, trusts, LPAs and estate planning.
• Handle estate administration from instruction to completion.
• Assist with Contentious Probate matters as experience allows.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work closely with a supportive team.
• Provide clear, sensitive face-to-face consultations.

Skills

Private Client law

Contentious Probate

Client care

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you a Private Client Solicitor looking to join a friendly, supportive and well-established law firm where you'll be valued?

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded, long-established practice in Somerset. With an excellent reputation and a welcoming, collaborative culture, this close-knit firm offers quality work and the opportunity to develop your career.

Personal service is central to the firm's approach. Its established client base includes many older individuals who value face-to-face advice and the reassurance of a familiar, trusted solicitor. This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys that personal connection and takes pride in building lasting client relationships.

The role predominantly involves Private Client work, including wills, probate, estate administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney, trusts and estate planning. There is also the opportunity to become involved in Contentious Probate matters, offering variety and scope to develop your experience.

The Role

• Managing a broad range of Private Client matters.
• Advising on wills, probate, trusts, LPAs and estate planning.
• Handling estate administration from instruction through to completion.
• Assisting with and managing Contentious Probate matters, according to experience.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Working closely with a supportive and experienced team.
• Providing clear, sensitive advice through face-to-face consultations, taking time to understand clients' circumstances and wishes.

Working Arrangements

This is an office-based role, reflecting the importance clients place on meeting their solicitor in person.

However, the firm is open to discussing part-time hours or an adjusted working day. This could include arrangements around school collection or other commitments, provided appropriate client coverage can be maintained.

If the opportunity appeals but you need a particular working pattern, please speak with us. The firm is willing to explore practical arrangements for the right person.

About You

• A qualified Solicitor with experience in Private Client law.
• Contentious Probate experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• A compassionate, patient and approachable manner.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Keen to contribute to the continued success of a respected local firm.
• Someone who values personal client contact and enjoys supporting clients through important decisions and sensitive circumstances.

What's on Offer?

• A friendly, welcoming and supportive working environment.
• High-quality work with an established and loyal client base.
• Opportunities for ongoing development and progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits, dependent on experience.
• Scope to discuss part-time working or adjusted hours to support a sustainable work-life balance.
• The opportunity to join a respected practice where your contribution matters.

If you're looking for a Private Client role where you can develop lasting relationships, contribute to a supportive team and enjoy working in Somerset, we'd love to hear from you.

Discover more about who we are and what it's like to work with us. Visit our LinkedIn page; Legal Southwest Ltd | LinkedIn

Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.