Solicitor/Legal Adviser - Private Client (4-8 PQE)

Ampa Group; Lewes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm based in Brighton is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Adviser with 4-8 years’ PQE. The role involves leading complex matters such as wills and probate, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The firm offers a blended working approach and values inclusivity in its workforce.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years’ PQE with expertise in Private Client work.
• Solid experience in complex wills, probate and power of attorney.
• Confidence in client-facing roles and in contributing to business development.

Responsibilities

• Leading on complex Private Client matters.
• Managing and developing client relationships.
• Supporting junior team members.

Skills

Complex wills

Probate

Powers of attorney

Client management

Team leadership

Business development

Job description

Solicitor/Legal Adviser - Private Client (4-8 PQE)

Application Deadline: 19 September 2025

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

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Brighton

Reporting To: Fiona Dodd

Description

Private Client Solicitor or Legal Adviser | 4–8 Years’ PQE
Location: Brighton

Are you a seasoned Private Client Solicitor ready for a new challenge and greater responsibility? At Mayo Wynne Baxter, we’re seeking an accomplished legal professional to join in our expanding Private Client Team based in Brighton.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong technical ability, a client-focused mindset, and a vision for growth — both personally and for the team around them.

Why This Role?

As part of a firm known for its excellence and integrity, you’ll advise on complex matters involving wills, probate, powers of attorney and more. You’ll also play a key role in building the team and mentoring more junior members and business development activity.

Find out more about the team here.

What you will be doing:

• Leading on complex Private Client matters, with a focus on wills, probate, powers of attorney
• Managing and developing client relationships built on trust and expertise
• Supporting junior team members through supervision, mentoring and delegation
• Playing a proactive role in marketing, networking and expanding our client base

What you will need:

• 4–8 years’ PQE with demonstrable expertise in Private Client work
• Solid experience in complex wills, probate and power of attorney
• Commercial awareness and the ability to give pragmatic, solution-focused advice
• Demonstrable experience of building and shaping teams and developing staff
• Confidence in client-facing roles and in contributing to firm-wide business development
• A compassionate, clear communicator with a collaborative, team-first approach

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 offices in hubs in Crawley, East Grinstead, Lewes, Brighton, Eastbourne, Seaford, Peacehaven, Storrington and Chichester.

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.