Job Description

Private Client Solicitor (2+ Years PQE)

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Location: Chelmsford Area, Essex | Hybrid Working Available
Clear Career Progression | Supportive Team | High-Quality Private Client Work

Build a Rewarding Private Client Career with a Firm That Truly Values Client Care

Are you a compassionate and technically skilled Private Client Solicitor looking for an opportunity where your expertise genuinely makes a difference?

Our client, a highly regarded and growing legal practice in the Chelmsford area, is seeking a talented Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE to join their successful team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a loyal client base, handle high-quality private client matters, and develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

With a strong reputation for outstanding client service and ambitious growth plans, our client offers the perfect platform for an ambitious lawyer who is passionate about delivering sensitive, practical advice during some of life's most important moments.

The Opportunity

As part of an established and collaborative Private Client team, you will manage a varied caseload while building long-term relationships with clients and professional contacts.

You will be responsible for:

• Advising clients on Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Managing Court of Protection matters
• Providing clear, sensitive and practical legal advice tailored to individual circumstances
• Meeting clients both face-to-face and remotely
• Drafting legal documentation accurately and efficiently
• Building and nurturing strong client relationships
• Maintaining compliance with SRA regulations and internal procedures
• Managing files effectively and ensuring high standards of client care throughout
• Supporting business development initiatives and helping to generate new opportunities
• Collaborating with colleagues to achieve departmental objectives and KPIs

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Minimum 2 years' PQE in Private Client law
• Previous UK private practice experience handling private client matters
• Proven experience managing a caseload of:
  • Wills
  • Probate and Estate Administration
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Court of Protection matters
• Excellent drafting and technical legal skills
• Strong knowledge of relevant private client legislation and procedures
• Exceptional client care and relationship management abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail

Desirable

• STEP qualification or working towards STEP accreditation
• Experience with trusts and estate planning
• Business development or networking experience
• Experience using legal case management systems

Personal Attributes

You will be:

• Empathetic and approachable
• Calm and professional under pressure
• Client-focused and solutions-driven
• A collaborative team player
• Committed to delivering exceptional service standards
• Passionate about supporting clients through sensitive and often emotional circumstances

Career Development & Progression

Our client is committed to investing in its people and offers genuine opportunities for long-term career growth, including:

• Structured professional development
• Ongoing technical and legal training
• Exposure to complex and high-value private client matters
• Opportunities to develop business development skills
• Clear pathways for progression within the team

Benefits Package

In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive:

• Hybrid working arrangements
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional annual leave through a loyalty scheme
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Staff referral scheme
• Regular team socials and events
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Modern technology and systems
• High-quality existing client base

Apply Today

If you are a Private Client Solicitor seeking a role where you can further develop your expertise, work with quality clients and progress your career within a supportive and ambitious firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch

Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.