Private Client Solicitor - Wills & Estate Planning

CULLEN KILSHAW LIMITED; Hawick; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression

Professional development

Growth of Hawick office

Job summary

Cullen Kilshaw Limited in Hawick seeks a Private Client Solicitor to join our team. The role centers on personal client advice, taking instructions for wills, Powers of Attorney and estate planning, with occasional residential conveyancing.

You will manage your own caseload in a well-established firm known for community ties and client care. We welcome applicants with private client experience or those combining private client and general practice, including conveyancing.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in Scotland with private client experience or dual practice background.
• Experience drafting wills, Powers of Attorney and estate planning documentation.
• Ability to meet clients, take instructions and advise independently.
• Strong client care, communication and time management.
• Experience with residential conveyancing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to take instructions for wills, Powers of Attorney and estate planning matters.
• Draft wills, Powers of Attorney and other private client documentation.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice tailored to clients’ circumstances.
• Manage a varied caseload including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Executry, Trusts and Estate planning.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and liaise with third parties as needed.
• Handle residential conveyancing transactions where appropriate (sales/purchases/remortgages).
• Ensure file management, records and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Wills & POA

Estate planning

Residential conveyancing

Client communication

Case management

Compliance & AML

Business development

Education

Solicitor in Scotland

Newly Qualified to 5+ PQE considered

Job description

Cullen Kilshaw Limited in Hawick seeks a Private Client Solicitor to join our team. The role centers on personal client advice, taking instructions for wills, Powers of Attorney and estate planning, with occasional residential conveyancing.

You will manage your own caseload in a well-established firm known for community ties and client care. We welcome applicants with private client experience or those combining private client and general practice, including conveyancing.