Private Client Solicitor – Wills, Trusts & Inheritance

Origin Legal; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Berkshire is seeking a Private Client Solicitor (NQ – 3 years PQE) to manage a varied caseload including Wills and Inheritance Tax matters. This role offers an opportunity for career development in a supportive environment, with ongoing training and supervision. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ambition to engage in business development activities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years PQE in Private Client law.
• Experienced in Wills, Probate, LPAs and tax planning.
• Strong communicator with excellent client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Draft Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Advise on Inheritance Tax planning.

Skills

Wills and Trusts expertise

Estate administration

Client communication

Inheritance Tax planning

Business development

Education

Newly Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

I’m working with a well-established law firm in Berkshire that is looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor (NQ – 3 years PQE) to join their growing Wills & Inheritance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor to take on their own caseload while developing alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive and progressive environment.

The Role

You’ll manage a varied caseload of private client matters, which will include:

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Advising on Inheritance Tax planning
• Handling estate administration and elderly client matters
• Supporting senior members of the team on complex cases
• Playing an active role in business development and networking to enhance the profile of the department

About You

The ideal candidate will be:

• A Newly Qualified Solicitor up to 3 years PQE in Private Client law
• Experienced (or with solid training exposure) in Wills, Probate, LPAs and tax planning
• A strong communicator with excellent client care skills
• Commercially aware with the initiative to manage matters under minimal supervision
• Interested in developing client and referrer relationships through business development activities

What’s on Offer

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Ongoing training, supervision and career development opportunities
• A chance to join a busy, expanding team working with a wide variety of clients
• Clear progression prospects within a supportive and professional environment

This is a great opportunity for a junior solicitor who wants to develop their expertise in Wills, Trusts & Inheritance and be part of a friendly, ambitious private client team.

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