Solicitor – Private Client – Bath – Hybrid – Bath

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Excellent benefits

Ongoing learning

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Chadwick Nott represents a highly regarded Trusts and Estates team in Bath and seeks a Solicitor to develop expertise in estate planning, trust administration and tax, handling a varied caseload of wills, trusts and estate matters.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working, strong client relationships, professional development, and genuine career progression within a supportive, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with private client experience.
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail.
• STEP membership or experience with vulnerable clients is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload including wills, trusts, and estate administration.
• Draft high-quality legal documents and prepare trust accounts with precision.
• Build strong relationships with clients, trustees, and beneficiaries.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues while driving personal development and technical excellence.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Solicitor – Private Client – Bath – Hybrid

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Solicitor to join a highly regarded Trusts and Estates team in Bath. This role offers the chance to develop expertise in estate planning, trust administration, and tax, working alongside respected specialists committed to delivering meaningful, purpose-driven legal outcomes.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, build trusted client relationships, and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative culture that values integrity, innovation, and professional growth. Hybrid working is available, supporting a healthy work-life balance within a progressive environment.

• Manage a diverse caseload including wills, trusts, and estate administration.
• Draft high-quality legal documents and prepare trust accounts with precision.
• Build strong relationships with clients, trustees, and beneficiaries.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues while driving personal development and technical excellence.

Applicants should be a qualified Solicitor with experience in private client work, demonstrating strong communication, organisation, and attention to detail. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and enthusiasm for delivering outstanding client service are essential. STEP membership or experience with vulnerable clients is advantageous. This is a brilliant next step for someone eager to make a real impact in a supportive, forward-thinking legal team. The role also offers excellent benefits, ongoing learning, and genuine career progression opportunities available.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £50000 – £65000 per annum
Location: Bath, Somerset