Solicitor – Private Client – Gloucester – 3+ Years PQE – Gloucester

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Structured development

CPD & training

Wellbeing initiatives

25 days holiday

Supportive team culture

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join its Gloucester team on a permanent, full-time basis with hybrid working.

You will handle wills, probate, trusts and capacity matters, advise on LPAs, deputyships, and Court of Protection, and progress caseloads while contributing to the department's development. This role offers a competitive salary with progression opportunities and wellbeing benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years PQE.
• Strong experience across Wills, LPAs, probate, trusts and capacity matters.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills.
• Highly organized with ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Commercially aware and capable of meeting financial targets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial consultations and client triage.
• Draft Wills and advise on estate planning, trusts and Inheritance Tax.
• Advise on Lasting Powers of Attorney and registrations.
• Prepare trust documentation and manage probate matters.
• Manage deputyships and Court of Protection matters.
• Progress files and coordinate department development.
• Networking and business development to generate new workflows.
• Manage WIP, billing and client financing.
• Achieve monthly and annual fee targets.

Skills

Wills

Probate

Trusts

LPAs

Court of Protection

Client relationship management

Drafting

Time management

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Solicitor – Private Client – Gloucester – 3+ Years PQE

Location: Gloucester (with hybrid working)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full time

Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 (depending on experience)

A well established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join its growing Gloucester team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong lawyer to take on a varied caseload across wills, probate, trusts and capacity matters, while contributing to the continued development of the department.

The Role

• Conducting initial consultations and client triage
• Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning, trusts and Inheritance Tax
• Advising on and preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney, including applications and registrations
• Advising on trusts and preparing trust documentation
• Managing probate matters and liaising closely with clients throughout the administration process
• Advising on deputyships and Court of Protection matters
• Ongoing case management and progression of files
• Supporting the development and coordination of the department
• Networking and business development to generate new workflows
• Managing WIP, billing and client financing
• Achieving monthly and annual fee targets
• Ensuring files are well organised and compliant with firm policies
• Using the firm’s case management system for all correspondence and documentation

Candidate Requirements

• Is a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years’ PQE
• Has strong experience across Wills, LPAs, probate, trusts and capacity matters
• Is highly organised with the ability to manage their own workload and meet deadlines
• Demonstrates excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Has experience using multiple systems and managing detailed case files
• Is proactive, client focused and able to build strong relationships
• Works collaboratively within a team environment
• Has strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• Is commercially aware and confident working towards financial targets

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working and flexibility
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Clear progression opportunities and structured development
• Regular training, mentorship and CPD support
• Wellbeing initiatives and access to support services
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (with additional leave options depending on firm policy)

The firm welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates and is committed to equality of opportunity. Reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process.

*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: £55000 – £70000 per annum

Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire