Solicitor/CILEX - Private Client (3-6 PQE)

Ampa; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampa is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or CILEX to join the team in Chichester. The role covers a broad Private Client remit, including wills, probate, and powers of attorney, with 3–6 years PQE.

You will handle a diverse caseload within a collaborative, forward-thinking team. Based in the historic city of Chichester, you will contribute to client care, development, and the ongoing success of our Private Client group while enjoying a supportive culture and clear career

Qualifications

• Experience managing Private Client matters with 3–6 years PQE.
• Experience advising on wills, probate, powers of attorney, and related matters.
• Ability to manage workload and delegate when needed.
• Strong commercial awareness and client focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage own diverse Private Client caseload.
• Advise clients on wills, probate, powers of attorney, and related issues.
• Build long-term relationships and act as trusted adviser.
• Support business development and marketing to attract clients.
• Contribute to team success and evolution.

Skills

Private Client experience

Wills & Probate knowledge

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Business development

Job description

Solicitor/CILEX - Private Client (3-6 PQE)

Application Deadline: 9 November 2026

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

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Chichester

Reporting To: Fiona Dodd

Description

Private Client Solicitor or CILEX | 3–6 Years' PQE Chichester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join our highly regarded team during a period of continued growth.

Based in the delightful and historic city of Chichester, you’ll become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team recognised for delivering exceptional client care across a broad range of private client matters.

If you’re looking for high-quality work, genuine career progression and a supportive culture where your expertise will be valued, this could be the perfect next step.

Find out more about our Private Client 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:

• 3–6 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.

Read more about MWB’s fantastic benefits!

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.