Solicitor - Inheritance Protection - Portsmouth

Henderson Scott Limited; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm is seeking an experienced Inheritance Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive to manage a diverse caseload in Port Solent. This full-time role offers a hybrid work model, supportive culture, and comprehensive benefits including professional development and community engagement opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years' experience and strong client focus.

Benefits

Enhanced parental pay

Private healthcare

Salary sacrifice schemes

Discounts

Tailored training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience in Inheritance Protection / Private Client work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload covering Wills, Trusts & Probate.
• Deliver outstanding client service and maintain strong relationships.
• Contribute to business growth through networking and marketing.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong commercial awareness

Client focus

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)

STEP qualified (or working toward)

Job description

Role: Inheritance Protection Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Port Solent (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 from home)
Experience: 4+ PQE
Salary: Competitive / Negotiable DOE
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Reports to: Head of Inheritance Protection

The Opportunity

An established and forward-thinking regional law firm is seeking an experienced Inheritance Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive (4+ PQE) to join their highly regarded Private Client team in Port Solent. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of a varied caseload, play a key role in business development, and mentoring.

The Role

You’ll manage a diverse caseload covering:

• Wills, Trusts & Probate

• Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Estate Administration

• Inheritance Tax & Care Home Fee Planning

• Lifetime Gifting & Declarations of Trust

You’ll also:

• Deliver outstanding client service and maintain strong relationships

• Contribute to business growth through networking and marketing

• Support junior colleagues and contribute to a collaborative culture

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)

• Minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience in Inheritance Protection / Private Client work

• STEP qualified (or working toward) advantageous

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong commercial awareness and client focus

Why Join

• Hybrid working

• Comprehensive benefits including enhanced parental pay, private healthcare, salary sacrifice schemes, and discounts

• Professional development - tailored training, mentoring, and career progression

• Supportive culture

• Community engagement - team events and charity initiatives promoting connection and purpose