Private Client (WTP) Solicitor

Clayton Legal; Sheet; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Office/Home split 2/3

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Bonus schemes

Job summary

Clayton Legal is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to take the next step in your career. A Solicitor or Legal Executive with 6+ years' PQE will join our Private Client team and may step into Deputy Head of Department duties.

You will manage a substantive caseload across wills, probate, trusts and estate planning, with support from a dedicated admin team and opportunities for development within a collaborative culture. Hybrid working available and strong progression prospects.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in Wills, Probate & Trusts.
• Holds the STEP qualification.
• Excellent drafting, communication and analytical skills.
• Outstanding client care and client relationships.
• Willingness to mentor colleagues and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of wills, probate, trusts, estate administration and related private client matters.
• Mentor and develop junior colleagues when needed.
• Provide leadership in the department when Head of Department is unavailable.
• Deliver high-quality legal advice and client service.
• Coordinate with offices in Hampshire and West Sussex.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Analytical skills

Client care

Leadership

Education

STEP qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced Private Client Lawyer looking for the next step in your career? We are seeking a talented and ambitious Solicitor or Legal Executive with 6+ years' PQE to join our highly regarded Private Client team, with the opportunity to take on a Deputy Head of Department role.

This is an exciting position for a senior practitioner who enjoys managing complex work, mentoring colleagues, and acting as a trusted point of contact within a thriving department. You will provide support and leadership when the Head of Department is unavailable, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their management and leadership experience within a supportive environment.

The team is collaborative, knowledgeable and well supported, allowing lawyers to focus on delivering exceptional client service and high-quality legal advice.

You will manage your own caseload of wills, probate, trusts, estate administration, tax planning and related private client matters. Whilst caseloads are carefully managed and not excessive, the work is often complex and intellectually rewarding.

You will have the support of a dedicated administrative team and will work closely with colleagues across both our Hampshire and West Sussex offices.

On offer is:

• A competitive salary with excellent bonus (up to £20,000)
• Hybrid working - 2 days in the office and 3 days from home
• Flexible start and finish times
• 25 days' annual leave, plus additional Christmas closure
• Private healthcare (after one year's service)
• Firm-wide bonus scheme
• Individual performance bonus scheme
• Realistic and achievable targets
• Ongoing training and career development
• Active Culture and Charity Teams organising regular social and community events

We are looking for someone who:

• Has 6+ years' PQE in Wills, Probate & Trusts work
• Holds the STEP qualification
• Demonstrates excellent drafting, communication and analytical skills
• Provides outstanding client care and builds strong client relationships
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive team environment
• Is keen to take on additional responsibility as Deputy Head of Department

We have a strong track record of investing in professional development and supporting colleagues in achieving their career goals.

The firm isproud of their welcoming and supportive culture, built around their core values of being Open, Responsible and Fair. They believe in creating an environment where our people can thrive both professionally and personally.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, values-driven firm with a strong reputation, quality work and genuine opportunities for progression.

If you're an experienced Private Client lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you