Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive-Private Client-Bridgewater – Bridgwater

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Birthday leave

KPI bonus

Career progression

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (NQ-2 PQE) for Bridgwater. Hybrid, permanent role with progression opportunities and KPI linked bonus.

Join a long-established Somerset law firm and manage wills, estates, and trust matters while developing the department and maintaining client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Client sector with strong client care and technical skills.
• STEP or SFE accreditation is desirable and ongoing training will be supported.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Private Client caseload: wills, LPAs, estates, trusts, Court of Protection.
• Support development of the department and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Private Client

Client care

Education

STEP accreditation

SFE accreditation

Job description

Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive – Private Client – Bridgewater – NQ-2 Years PQE
Location: Bridgwater (Hybrid)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £40,000 to £55,000 + KPI linked bonus

A long established and well regarded Somerset law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (NQ-2 years PQE) to join its growing Private Client team in Bridgwater. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, modern and ambitious environment offering genuine flexibility and clear progression pathways.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a varied Private Client caseload, including:

• Wills and LPAs
• Taxable and non taxable estates
• Estate administration
• Trust matters (beneficial but not essential)
• Court of Protection matters (beneficial but not essential)

You will also support the development of the department and help maintain strong client relationships.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a Private Client specialist who is:

• A Solicitor (NQ-2 years PQE) or Chartered Legal Executive
• Able to demonstrate strong client care and technical skills

You will need:

• Excellent communication and client facing skills
• Experience handling both routine and more complex matters
• The ability to work autonomously and manage your own administration
• A proactive, solutions focused approach
• A full driving licence for occasional travel across Somerset
• STEP or SFE accreditation is desirable, and ongoing training will be supported.

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Hybrid, full time, part time, condensed hours and flexible working options
• A clear Career Progression Framework and mentorship programme
• Competitive pay, reviewed annually
• Birthday leave and the option to buy or sell annual leave
• A realistic and rewarding KPI linked bonus scheme
• A supportive, friendly and client focused culture

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £40000 – £55000 per annum
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset