Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Cheltenham seeks a Private Client Solicitor to shape its Private Client Department. This role offers clear progression to Head of Department while managing high-quality work for trusted clients. Ideal for a driven professional eager to lead a collaborative team.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly team culture

Option for hybrid or remote work

Qualifications

• At least 3 years PQE or strong NQ+ candidates will be considered.
• Experience with high-net-worth clients is highly desirable.
• Enthusiastic about taking leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Provide empathetic and practical advice to clients.
• Contribute to business development in the department.

Skills

Client care

Interpersonal skills

Probate knowledge

Estate planning

LPA handling

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Legal Recruitment Specialist for South West & Wales

Private Client Solicitor – Future Head of Department

Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

Experience: NQ+

OVERVIEW

A well-established and close-knit law firm in the heart of Cheltenham are seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join and help shape the future of its Private Client Department. This is a rare opportunity for a driven individual to step into a role with clear progression into Head of Department, working within a supportive team and handling high-quality work for a loyal client base.

The firm boasts a strong reputation locally, a friendly working culture, and an excellent pipeline of instructions, particularly from HNW clients. You’ll be joining a collaborative team, currently consisting of a solicitor and a paralegal, with the full backing of the firm to grow and lead the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a varied and high-quality caseload of private client matters, including: Probate and estate administration, Will drafting, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Inheritance tax planning, Court of Protection applications
• Provide clear, empathetic, and practical advice to clients.
• Contribute to business development and the growth of the department.
• Build strong client relationships and uphold the firm’s excellent local reputation.
• Support and collaborate with existing team members to develop and enhance department capabilities.

ABOUT YOU

• Ideally 3+ years PQE, although strong NQ+ candidates will be considered.
• Confident in handling wills, probate, LPAs, and estate planning work.
• Experience dealing with high-net-worth individuals is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and client care skills.
• Enthusiastic about taking on future leadership responsibilities and developing a department.

THE OFFER

• Competitive and open salary depending on experience
• Supportive and friendly team with excellent morale
• Office-based initially, with the option for hybrid or remote work once settled
• Strong client base and regular flow of high-quality work

If you’re ready to take the next step in your private client career and want to grow into a leadership role within a respected firm, we’d love to hear from you.

E: [e-mail]

P: 07879490799

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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