Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Key Recruitment Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Recruitment Limited in Chichester is seeking a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join our Private Client team. You will manage a varied caseload across wills, probate, LPAs and estate planning, delivering clear guidance and excellent client care.

The successful candidate will have 1–5 years PQE, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to work independently yet contribute to a supportive, collaborative practice with good progression prospects.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years PQE in private client work.
• Experience handling wills, probate and estate administration.
• Strong drafting and advisory capabilities.
• Excellent client communication and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills and advising on estate planning.
• Preparing LPAs and managing probate and estate administration.
• Advising on inheritance tax and succession planning.
• Handling trusts, intestacy and variations of wills.
• Support Court of Protection matters as needed.
• Builds strong client relationships with excellent service.

Skills

Wills & Estates

Probate administration

LPAs (Lasting Power of Attorney)

Estate planning

Client management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Location: Chichester, West Sussex

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Hours: Full-time

Experience: 1–5 years’ PQE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join an established and respected Private Client team in Chichester.

The Role

You will manage your own varied caseload, providing advice and support to clients across a range of Private Client matters, including:

• Drafting wills and advising on estate planning.
• Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Managing probate and estate administration.
• Advising on inheritance tax and succession planning.
• Assisting with trusts, intestacy and variations of wills.
• Handling Court of Protection and deputyship matters where required.
• Building strong client relationships and delivering excellent client care.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 1–5 years’ PQE.
• Experience managing a Private Client caseload, particularly wills, probate and estate administration.
• Strong technical knowledge, communication and organisational skills.
• A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach.
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to a team.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• A varied caseload with opportunities to develop your expertise.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.