Private Client Solicitor – Swansea – Swansea

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Swansea; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private healthcare

Pension

Life Insurance

On-site parking

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting a Private Client Solicitor for Swansea. You will manage a varied caseload across wills, LPAs, probate, trusts and cross-border succession, with direct client contact from day one, backed by senior lawyers.

The role offers a friendly, inclusive culture, hybrid working and a competitive benefits package. Applicants should have 2+ years PQE in Private Client and may have STEP accreditation.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 2+ years' PQE in Private Client.
• Solid experience in wills, probate and LPAs; exposure to trusts and tax is an advantage.
• Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Empathetic, professional client manner with strong communication skills.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines.
• Team focused, collaborative and committed to high client care standards.
• STEP or Lifetime Lawyer accreditation (or willingness to work towards it)

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills, codicils and letters of wishes.
• Preparing LPAs and handling Court of Protection applications.
• Estate administration, probate applications and inheritance tax reporting.
• Trust creation and administration; related tax considerations.
• Lifetime and succession planning, including IHT and CGT.
• Advising on domicile, residence and cross border succession issues.
• Contribute to business development, seminars and training; help produce articles.

Skills

Private Client law

Wills & Probate drafting

Trusts & Tax awareness

Drafting skills

Client communication

Organisation

Team collaboration

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

STEP or Lifetime Lawyer accreditation (or willingness to work towards it)

Job description

Private Client Solicitor – Swansea

A well established commercial law firm with a strong reputation in Private Client work is looking for a Solicitor to join its growing team in Swansea. The firm is known for its friendly, inclusive culture, high quality work and long standing relationships with high net worth individuals, business owners and trustees.

The Role

You'll manage a varied and interesting caseload covering the full spectrum of private client matters, with direct client contact from day one and strong support from senior lawyers. Work will include:

• Drafting wills, codicils and letters of wishes
• Preparing LPAs and handling Court of Protection applications
• Estate administration, probate applications and inheritance tax reporting
• Trust creation, administration and related tax considerations
• Lifetime and succession planning, including IHT and CGT
• Advising on domicile, residence and cross border succession issues

You'll also contribute to business development, support seminars and training, and help produce articles.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 2+ years' PQE in Private Client . Newly qualified candidates with a strong private client seat and/or paralegal experience are welcome to apply
• Solid experience in wills, probate and LPAs; exposure to trusts and tax is an advantage
• Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail
• Empathetic, professional client manner with strong communication skills
• Organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines
• Team focused, collaborative and committed to high client care standards
• STEP or Lifetime Lawyer accreditation (or willingness to work towards it)

Why Join

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Private healthcare, health cash plan, pension, life insurance with generous holiday allowance and free on site parking
• Hybrid working and modern, well equipped offices
• Structured progression and mentoring
• Supportive, inclusive culture with regular know how sessions

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.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Swansea,