Senior Solicitor

Elsdon Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a senior-level Private Client Solicitor with over 5 years of post-qualification experience. The role involves managing a diverse caseload including high-net-worth individuals, focusing on trust administration and tax planning. Ideal for motivated lawyers looking to grow within a supportive firm that values its people.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant private client work experience is essential.
• Strong technical expertise with a commercially minded approach is required.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle trust administration and provide tax planning advice.
• Manage probate and estate administration activities.
• Draft Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Skills

Trust administration

Tax planning advice

Probate and estate administration

Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney

Exceptional client care skills

Education

STEP qualification

5 years’ post-qualification experience

Job description

Overview

A highly regarded, award-winning law firm is currently seeking a senior-level Private Client Solicitor (5+ years PQE) to join its team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner to take over an established, high-quality caseload while playing a pivotal role in the continued growth and strategic direction of the Private Client Department.

The successful candidate will handle a wide-ranging and engaging caseload, representing a diverse client base that includes high-net-worth individuals, families, and clients with business interests. The role offers the chance to work on complex and stimulating matters within a supportive and people-focused firm.

Responsibilities

• Trust administration
• Tax planning advice
• Probate and estate administration
• Complex Inheritance Tax returns
• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Potential Court of Protection work

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience in private client work
• STEP qualification (or working towards it)
• Strong technical expertise with a commercially minded approach
• Exceptional client care skills and the confidence to manage complex legal matters independently

This opportunity is ideal for a motivated and technically strong solicitor seeking a senior role in a firm that genuinely values and invests in its people.

For immediate consideration, apply to be contacted.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting