Solicitor/CILEX - Private Client (2-4 PQE)

Mayo Wynne Baxter; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Wynne Baxter in Brighton seeks a Private Client Solicitor or CILEX with 2–4 years’ PQE to join the Private Client Team in our Brighton hub. You will manage a diverse caseload, advise on wills, probate and powers of attorney, and build lasting client relationships.

This role offers a blended working approach with flexibility and the chance to contribute to a dynamic and supportive team.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' PQE managing your own Private Client matters.
• Experience handling a variety of matters with professionalism and empathy
• Ability to manage workload and know when to delegate
• Commercial awareness and understanding of what matters most to clients
• Ambition, vision, and the drive to contribute to the team

Responsibilities

• Handle your own diverse and rewarding caseload
• Advise clients on wills, probate, powers of attorney, and more
• Build long-term relationships and become a trusted adviser
• Support business development and marketing to attract new clients
• Contribute to the evolution and success of the Private Client team

Skills

Private Client experience

Client advisory

Workload management

Team collaboration

Education

Solicitor (Private Client)

CILEX qualification

Job description

Join a Thriving Legal Team in the Heart of Brighton!

Private Client Solicitor or CILEX | 2–4 Years’ PQE

Location: Brighton

Are you a driven Private Client Adviser ready to take the next big step in your legal career? Mayo Wynne Baxter, a leading law firm with a proud reputation for excellence, are looking for an ambitious legal professional to join our expanding Private Client Team at our vibrant Brighton hub.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of our clients, working on complex matters with care, integrity, and expert precision.

Why Join Us?

Our Private Client Team is known for its deep expertise and compassionate approach. We help clients navigate sensitive and emotionally charged matters, we don’t just offer legal solutions — we offer peace of mind.

Find out more about the team here.

What you will be doing:

• Handling your own diverse and rewarding caseload
• Advising clients on wills, probate, powers of attorney, and more
• Building long-term relationships and becoming a trusted adviser
• Supporting business development and marketing initiatives to attract new clients
• Contributing to the evolution and success of our dynamic team

What you will need:

• 2–4 years’ PQE managing your own Private Client matters
• Experience handling a variety of matters with professionalism and empathy
• The ability to manage your workload and know when to delegate
• Commercial awareness and a genuine understanding of what matters most to your clients
• Ambition, vision, and the desire to contribute to our team’s success
• A collaborative mindset and the drive to support both clients and colleagues

Key Attributes:

• High level of initiative and a proactive approach
• Organisational excellence with strong prioritising skills
• Able to communicate with compassion and clarity
• A desire to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team

How we work?

We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work.

We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences, and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.

We have the following office hubs across the South East: Brighton, Chichester, Crawley, East Grinstead, Eastbourne, Lewes, Seaford, Storrington, Southampton & Tunbridge Wells.

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to join our team. We seek to engage a diverse workforce, focusing on inclusivity and fair treatment for all.

We oppose all forms of discrimination and promote equality of opportunity in everything we do.

We can make reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with a disability so please let us know about any specific needs and requirements you have.