Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive – Colchester

Clara Rose Consultancy; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected local firm in Colchester seeks a Private Client professional to manage a diverse range of cases, from wills to estate administration. The ideal candidate will be a solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with private client experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach. This role offers competitive salary potential and opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexibility in work schedule

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience in handling private client matters confidently.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload independently.
• Strong communication and client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle administration of taxable and non-taxable estates.
• Draft wills and lasting powers of attorney.
• Advise on and administer lasting powers of attorney.

Skills

Private client experience

Strong client care

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx)

Job description

Are you looking for a genuinely varied role within a friendly and well-regarded firm? We’re working with a highly respected practice in Colchester who are seeking a new addition to their Private Client team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a broad range of work with scope to shape your career as you progress.

Why This Role Could Be Right for You

• Well-Established Reputation – the firm has a strong presence in the local market, with a loyal client base.
• Wide Variety of Work – from wills and LPAs to estate administration and trusts, your caseload will be diverse and rewarding.
• Flexibility – full-time or four days a week considered. Mainly office-based, but hybrid working (1–2 days a week from home) can be arranged.
• Career Progression – for the right person, there’s clear potential to move into management or even partnership in the future – though this isn’t a requirement.
• Competitive Salary – c. £40,000 to £70,000 (potentially up to £80,000), depending on experience and what you bring to the team.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be handling a broad mix of private client matters including:

• Administration of taxable and non-taxable estates, including intestacies
• Drafting wills and lasting powers of attorney
• Advising on and administering LPAs
• (Optional) trust and deputyship work, if within your experience

The role is suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, can pick up work and run with it, and takes pride in delivering a supportive, professional service to clients.

Who We’re Looking For

• A solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx) with private client experience
• Open PQE – what matters most is your ability to handle matters with confidence
• Strong client care and communication skills
• A proactive and reliable approach, able to work independently while being part of a close-knit team

This is an excellent opportunity to join a smaller but ambitious firm where your contribution will be noticed and valued.

If you’d like to apply, request further details, or simply have an exploratory discussion about your career options, please contact Clara.

All conversations are confidential and focused on understanding your aspirations:

[e-mail] 07971 493048