Private Client Solicitor – 1–2 Years PQE Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

An established and expanding law firm is looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor to join its well-regarded Private Client team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor, or someone with up to two years' post-qualification experience, to develop their career within a respected regional practice. You will handle a broad and interesting range of private client matters, working with a diverse client base that includes high-net-worth individuals, families and clients with business interests.

The firm places a strong emphasis on its people, offering a supportive working environment alongside opportunities for continuous learning, professional development and career progression.

Candidates with private client experience are preferred, although this is not essential for the right newly qualified solicitor with the motivation and aptitude to develop within the department.

The Role You will manage a varied caseload of private client matters, which will include:

• Trust administration.
• Tax planning advice.
• Probate and estate administration.
• Inheritance Tax returns.
• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Providing clear, practical advice and maintaining excellent client relationships.

You will work with a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, families and those with business interests, helping them manage their affairs and plan for the future.

Requirements To be considered for this Private Client Solicitor position, you should have:

• Qualified Solicitor status, with 1-2 years' PQE.
• Private client experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• The ability to manage matters confidently and professionally.
• A proactive approach to learning and developing technical expertise.
• A strong team-focused attitude and a commitment to delivering a high standard of service.

Salary and Benefits The successful candidate will benefit from a comprehensive package, including:

• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Additional annual leave based on length of service.
• An extra day off for your birthday.
• An additional recharge day.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• The option to buy and sell annual leave.
• Annual Christmas company shutdown.
• Attendance bonus.
• Social events organised by the firm's social committee.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and improvements through the firm's Innovation Group.
• Employee gifts to recognise important dates and milestones.
• Client referral and colleague referral incentives.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working, subject to business needs and the requirements of the role.
• Hybrid working, subject to business needs and the requirements of the role.

The above benefits are available following successful completion of a three-month probation period.

Working Arrangements This is a full-time, permanent position with office-based working and potential access to flexible and hybrid arrangements, subject to the firm's business needs and the requirements of the role.

How to Apply If you are a Newly Qualified Solicitor or a Private Client Solicitor with up to two years' PQE looking to develop your career within an established and growing team, this is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a varied caseload and benefit from ongoing professional development.

For a confidential discussion or further information, please contact Patrick McMahon at QED Legal.

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