Private Client Solicitor - £50,000 - £60,000 A Year in Southampton

Private Client Solicitor - £50,000 - £60,000 A Year in Southampton

Southampton Full-Time 50000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Ashville Knight

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage diverse private client matters and deliver top-notch legal services.
  • Company: Supportive law firm in Portsmouth focused on client care.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, birthday off, and career growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Office-based role with a professional and collaborative environment.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in clients' lives.
  • Qualifications: 3 years' PQE as a Solicitor or CILEX Legal Executive with strong private client experience.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.

Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Private Client Solicitor to join their busy team in Portsmouth. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with at least 3 years' PQE to develop their career within a supportive, professional, and client-focused environment. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of private client matters and play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services to individuals and families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing a varied caseload of private client matters.
  • Developing and maintaining strong client relationships by delivering a high standard of client care.
  • Providing advice to clients on the preparation and registration of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
  • Drafting wills tailored to clients' individual circumstances and handling probate applications.
  • Assisting with the preparation and submission of inheritance tax documentation.
  • Liaising effectively with third parties.
  • Ensuring accurate file management and maintaining compliance with SRA/CILEX regulations and anti-money laundering requirements.

Desired skills required:

  • A minimum of 3 years' PQE with experience dealing with Private Client matters.
  • Qualification as a Solicitor or CILEX Legal Executive.
  • Managing a full caseload with no supervision.
  • Strong technical knowledge of Wills, Probate, LPAs, Estate Administration, and Inheritance Tax matters.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What they offer:

  • Monday to Friday - 9:00am - 5:15pm this is office based.
  • Salary depending on experience - £50,000 - £60,000.
  • 25 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays.
  • An additional day's holiday for your birthday.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Private Client Solicitor - £50,000 - £60,000 A Year in Southampton employer: Ashville Knight

Join a dynamic and supportive team in Portsmouth as a Private Client Solicitor, where you will have the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload while delivering exceptional legal services to clients. With a strong emphasis on professional development, our company offers generous annual leave, including an extra day for your birthday, and fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises client care and employee growth. This role not only promises a competitive salary but also a fulfilling career path in a thriving legal environment.

Ashville Knight

Contact Details:

Ashville Knight Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Private Client Solicitor - £50,000 - £60,000 A Year in Southampton

Private Client Law
Wills Drafting
Probate Applications
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
Estate Administration
Inheritance Tax
Client Relationship Management