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

Ampa; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Wynne Baxter in Brighton is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or CILEX with 2–4 years’ PQE to join our growing Private Client Team at the Brighton hub.

You will manage your own diverse caseload, advise on wills, probate and powers of attorney, and build trusted relationships with clients while supporting business development and contributing to the team’s success.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ PQE in Private Client matters.
• Experience handling wills, probate, powers of attorney, and related matters.
• Ability to manage workload and delegate when appropriate.
• Commercial awareness and a client-focused mindset.
• Collaborative mindset and contribution to team success.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

PQE 2-4 years

Job description

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

Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Department: Private Client - Private Client - Private Client - Private Client - Private Client - 0000

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Brighton

Reporting To: Fiona Dodd

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.