Private Client Lawyers NQ up to Senior PQE - Make a Lasting Impact

Location: Cambridge or Bury St Edmunds | Flexible & Hybrid Options Available

Are you passionate about helping people secure their futures and support their families? Whether you’re an experienced Private Client lawyer or a newly qualified solicitor with a seat in this area, this is a great opportunity to join a firm that will support your growth while offering you real flexibility and autonomy according to your seniority. We’re working with a well-respected, forward-thinking law firm who are seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their estate planning team. Based in either Cambridge or Bury St Edmunds, this is a role where you’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative, and technically strong group of professionals, working across a wide spectrum of private client matters.

Why This Role Might Be Just What You’re Looking For:

• Hybrid and flexible working – A core working pattern of 9:00–5:00, but flexibility around your schedule is welcomed. Hybrid options are available once you’re settled into the team.
• Unlimited holiday – Yes, really. Take the time you need, when you need it.
• Dress for your day – Whether you’re meeting clients or working from home, you’re trusted to dress appropriately for your schedule.
• Friendly, open culture – Join a team that genuinely works together and values collaboration over competition.
• IT that actually works – This firm invests in cutting-edge technology and is actively exploring AI to improve service for both clients and lawyers.
• Clear progression path – Whether you’re looking to deepen your technical skills or grow into a leadership role, there’s genuine investment in your development.
• A role with purpose – Help clients navigate life’s biggest decisions – from tax planning to safeguarding vulnerable loved ones.

About the Role

You’ll be working as part of a highly regarded Private Client team spread across several offices, collaborating on a wide variety of private client matters. You’ll take the lead on your own caseload, while also having opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Running a diverse caseload including wills, trusts, probate, complex estate administration (often with agricultural/business elements), tax and succession planning
• Advising on mental capacity, Court of Protection matters, and powers of attorney
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members
• Building long-term relationships with clients and referrers
• Attending networking and business development events to grow your profile and the firm’s presence
• Making full use of modern case management and communication tools to support your work

Who We’re Looking For:

We’re open to a range of experience levels – if you’re passionate about private client work and either have solid experience or a relevant training seat under your belt, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll ideally bring:

• Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
• 2+ years' PQE in private client work – though NQs with a seat and passion in this area are encouraged to apply
• Confidence in handling matters such as estate administration, inheritance tax, and advising vulnerable clients (appropriate to your PQE)
• An interest in building relationships with clients and contacts, with a commercial awareness of how the practice grows
• A positive, team-focused attitude
• A willingness to work flexibly, including some client-facing activities outside normal hours
• Additional qualifications such as STEP or SFE are desirable but not essential – support is available to help you achieve them.
• A desire for ongoing learning is a must!

If you’re looking for a role where you’re supported to grow, encouraged to lead, and trusted to work in a way that fits your life – this could be the opportunity for you.

To find out more or have a confidential conversation about how this could fit with your own career plans contact: Clara Rose 07971 493048

We’re here to help you explore whether this could be the right next step in your career journey.