Solicitor – Private Client

Trethowans LLP; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-quality and varied work

Supportive and collaborative team

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible and hybrid working

Wellbeing and inclusion culture

Job summary

Trethowans LLP in Southampton seeks a Solicitor with 2-3 years' PQE in Private Client to join the Wills, Trusts & Probate team. You’ll handle a broad private client caseload and work with senior colleagues on complex matters.

You'll advise on wills, probate, trusts, estate administration and tax planning, build strong client relationships, and contribute to business development in a supportive, collaborative, hybrid-working firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2-3 years' PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience advising on wills, probate, trusts and estate administration.
• Excellent technical and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload across wills, trusts, probate and estate planning.
• Advise on succession planning and LPA/PoP matters.
• Support senior colleagues on more complex matters and contribute to BD.
• Build relationships with clients and professional contacts.

Skills

Private Client

Wills & Probate

Estate Administration

Client Relationships

Commercial Mindset

Education

Solicitor (2-3 PQE)

Job description

Solicitor (2-3 PQE) - Wills, Trusts & Probate

Southampton

Trethowans is one of the leading regional law firms in the South, recognised for delivering exceptional legal advice and outstanding client service. Our Wills, Trusts & Probate team is highly regarded for its expertise, compassionate approach, and commitment to building lasting client relationships.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a talented and motivated Solicitor with 2-3 years' PQE to join our thriving Private Client team in Southampton.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and ambitious firm, working alongside experienced colleagues on a broad range of high-quality private client matters.

The Role

You'll work with a broad range of clients, managing your own caseload and supporting senior colleagues on more complex matters. The role will involve advising on:

• Wills and succession planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters
• Estate administration and probate
• Trust creation and administration
• Inheritance Tax and estate planning
• Lifetime gifting and wealth preservation strategies

You'll have the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients and professional contacts, whilst contributing to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the team.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Solicitor with 2-3 years' PQE in Private Client law
• Has experience advising on wills, probate, trusts and estate administration matters
• Has excellent technical and client relationship skills
• Is confident managing a varied caseload with appropriate supervision
• Takes a proactive and commercial approach to client service
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a high-performing team
• Has a genuine commitment to delivering an outstanding client experience

A STEP qualification, or an interest in working towards one, would be advantageous but is not essential.

Trethowans is one of the leading law firms in the South, recognised for the quality of our people, our work, and our culture. We invest in our colleagues and provide an environment where people can develop and thrive.

In return, we offer:

• High-quality and varied private client work
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• A firm culture that values wellbeing, inclusion and professional development

If you're looking to take the next step in your Private Client career within a respected and forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you.