Senior Private Client Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Fixed-Term, Consultancy, Locum and Permanent Opportunities Considered

Location: RLE Law has offices in Bridgend, Treorchy and Talbot Green. The successful candidate may be based primarily at Bridgend or Talbot Green, with regular attendance at Treorchy. The precise working pattern can be discussed.

Salary / Remuneration: Competitive and dependent upon experience.

Start Date: As soon as possible / by arrangement.

The Opportunity

RLE Law is seeking to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its busy and well-established Private Client Department. The department continues to grow and is looking for an experienced practitioner who can help support an established client base and varied caseload, whilst contributing to the continued development of the department. We are keen to hear from candidates seeking permanent roles, fixed-term contracts, consultancy arrangements or locum opportunities. The structure of the appointment can be discussed with the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Department, a full TEP member of STEP, and will have the opportunity to develop client relationships, assist in the continued growth of the department and play an important role within a supportive and collaborative team.

The Role

The role will include a varied private client caseload, including:

• Wills;
• Lasting Powers of Attorney;
• Probate and Estate Administration;
• Professional Executor and Full Estate Administration work;
• Trusts, where appropriate;
• Court of Protection matters, where appropriate;
• Exposure to estate disputes and contentious probate matters, depending upon experience and interest.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage both straightforward and more complex matters whilst helping to maintain the high standards of service for which the department is known.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience in wills, probate and estate administration;
• Strong client care skills and a professional, empathetic approach;
• Excellent drafting and organisational skills;
• Confidence managing files independently with minimal supervision;
• The ability to work collaboratively with solicitors, trainees and support staff;
• Sound judgement and the ability to identify and elevate technical issues where appropriate;
• A proactive approach to client relationships and business development;
• An interest in supporting the continued growth of the department.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Solicitors and Chartered Legal Executives. STEP qualification, TEP status or substantial private client experience would be highly desirable.

What We Offer

RLE Law offers:

• Flexibility in relation to the structure of the role;
• A supportive and progressive working environment;
• Supervision and mentoring from a TEP-qualified Head of Department;
• Exposure to a broad range of private client work;
• Good administrative and drafting support;
• Use of modern systems and technology;
• Birthday day off;
• Additional office closure days over the Christmas period;
• Enhanced sickness benefits after a qualifying period;
• Flexible working considered where possible, subject to the needs of clients and the department;
• Support for professional development, including STEP progression where appropriate;
• The opportunity to contribute to the continued growth and development of an established Private Client Department.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and covering email to: All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. To speak to one of our experts please get in touch.