At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse Private Client cases, focusing on estate administration and advisory work.
- Company: Reputable Somerset law firm offering a modern and flexible working environment.
- Benefits: Fully remote role with competitive salary and annual pay reviews.
- Other info: Enjoy autonomy in a trust-based culture without the pressure of clock-watching.
- Why this job: Join a respected firm where you can make a real difference for clients.
- Qualifications: 3-6 years' PQE in Private Client law and recent estate administration experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
A long-established and forward-thinking Somerset law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (3-6 years' PQE) to join its growing team in a remote capacity. An opportunity to join a respected regional practice that combines the stability of an established firm with the flexibility, autonomy, and ambition of a modern working environment.
The Role: You will manage a varied and high-quality Private Client caseload, with a strong focus on estate administration (essential recent experience required) alongside broader advisory work. Typical matters will include:
- Wills and estate planning
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Inheritance Tax planning and advice
- Estate administration (including complex and taxable estates)
- Trust creation and lifetime planning
- Court of Protection and deputyship matters
- Supporting elderly and vulnerable clients
- Cross-border or foreign asset estates (desirable but not essential)
Benefits: Entirely remote working, outcome-focused, trust-based environment with genuine autonomy and no clock-watching culture, competitive salary with annual pay reviews (£50,000 - £70,000).
