Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive (3-5 Years PQE)

Chadwick Nott - South West and South Wales; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Gloucestershire is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3-5 years PQE. The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary of £50,000 - £65,000, and a supportive team culture. You will manage diverse private client matters, interacting directly with clients while providing expert legal advice in a community-focused environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Genuine career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive in private client law.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
• Excellent client-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Draft Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Advise clients on asset protection and succession planning.

Skills

Technical knowledge across Wills

Probate

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Trusts

Communication skills

Organisational approach

Education

STEP qualification or working towards it

Job description

Overview

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive (3-5 Years PQE) - Gloucestershire

Location: Gloucestershire (Hybrid: Office-based with remote flexibility)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (dependent on experience)

Chadwick Nott is recruiting for a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3-5 years PQE to join a well-established and highly regarded regional firm in Gloucestershire. This is a standout opportunity for someone who wants high-quality work, autonomy, and flexibility without the pressure of a corporate environment.

You'll be joining a busy and growing Private Client team that's trusted by generations of clients across the region. The firm is known for its stability, strong leadership, and commitment to long-term relationships, not just with clients, but with its people. Hybrid working is available, offering a balance between office collaboration and remote independence.

The Role

You'll manage a varied and rewarding caseload of private client matters, including:

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Probate and estate administration
• Trusts and related tax and estate planning
• Advising individuals and families on asset protection and succession planning
• Handling sensitive client matters with professionalism and empathy

You'll have autonomy over your files, direct client contact, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships in a community-focused setting.

What You'll Bring

• 3-5 years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive in private client law
• Strong technical knowledge across Wills, Probate, LPAs, and Trusts
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently
• A proactive and organised approach to work
• STEP qualification or working towards it (desirable but not essential)

Why Join

• Join a respected firm with deep local roots and a loyal client base
• Hybrid working available to support work-life balance
• Competitive salary between £50,000 and £65,000, plus benefits
• Supportive team culture with approachable leadership and minimal hierarchy
• Genuine career progression opportunities in a firm that values people over targets

Contact

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

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Equal Opportunity

Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only

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.