Private Client Solicitor (NQ – 2 PQE)

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary £40,000–£48,000

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

STEP training support

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is recruiting a Private Client Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE) in the Essex area. The role offers a strong training framework and mentorship within a leading firm that values client-focused service.

You will handle wills, probate, estate planning, and lasting powers of attorney, with supervision and a clear progression route. Hybrid working with a competitive salary and benefits package support your development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ to 2 years PQE) with a genuine passion for private client law.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an empathetic, efficient approach to advising individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ to 2 PQE) with a genuine passion for private client law.
• Experience or seats completed in wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an empathetic, efficient approach to advising individuals and families.
• Methodical drafting of legal documentation and file management in line with SRA and Lexcel standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ–2PQE)

Job description

Private Client Solicitor (NQ – 2 PQE)

Location: Essex Area

Salary: c.£40,000 – £48,000+ DOE/PQE & Benefits

Are you an ambitious Newly Qualified Solicitor or early-career Private Client practitioner looking for a supportive environment to build a successful career? Our client is a leading, well-established law firm with a prominent presence across Essex. Known for their client-focused culture and excellent training frameworks, they are seeking a Private Client Solicitor (NQ – 2 PQE) to join their friendly and highly regarded team.

The Opportunity

This role offers an exceptional platform for an early-career solicitor seeking high-quality work, hands-on client contact, and structured supervision. Working alongside respected partners and experienced fee earners, you will manage an appropriate caseload covering wills, probate, estate planning, and lasting powers of attorney. With active mentorship, full backing for ongoing professional qualifications (including STEP), and a clear internal progression route, this position is ideal for someone passionate about developing into a well-rounded private client specialist.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ to 2 years PQE) with a genuine passion for private client law.

• Technical Foundation: Experience or seats completed in wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney.

• Client Care: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an empathetic, efficient approach to advising individuals and families.

• Compliance & Practice: Methodical approach to drafting legal documentation, file management in line with SRA and Lexcel standards, and an appetite to contribute to firm marketing initiatives.

Package & Benefits

• Base Salary: £40,000 – £48,000 dependent on experience and PQE level.

• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements offering a great modern work-life balance.

• Time Off & Retirement: Generous annual leave allowance plus Bank Holidays and firm pension scheme.

• Development & Culture: Funded training and membership support (e.g., STEP), structured supervision, regular firm social events, and a genuinely collaborative working environment.