At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a top Private Client team and manage complex estate administration.
- Company: Award-winning firm with a collaborative culture and strong regional presence.
- Benefits: Excellent salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while mentoring junior lawyers in a thriving team.
- Qualifications: 10+ years’ PQE in probate, strong client care skills, STEP qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Chadwick Nott are working with a standout Private Client team that’s growing, and they’re looking for a senior lawyer to join their Estate Administration team. We’ve placed candidates into this team before and can vouch for the collaborative culture, the calibre of work, and the people. It’s a team where lawyers thrive and stay.
This is a senior hire, ideally someone with 10+ years’ PQE and a strong track record in complex probate and estate administration. STEP qualification preferred, and experience managing high-value estates is a must.
You’ll be stepping into a team that’s won national and regional awards, handling top-quality work while mentoring junior lawyers, supporting client relationships, and contributing to business development and strategic growth. The firm has a strong presence across Devon, with this role based in their Exeter office, which is in a great location for commuters. The firm has shown impressive growth in recent years and continues to invest in people and infrastructure.
What they’re looking for:
- A senior Private Client specialist with a deep understanding of probate and estate admin
- Strong interpersonal and client care skills
- A commercial mindset and genuine team spirit
- Leadership ability and interest in mentoring
- STEP qualification or working towards it
What’s on offer:
- Top-quality work in a friendly, down-to-earth, award-winning team
- Excellent salary and benefits
- A supportive and forward-thinking firm with a great reputation in the region
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott. (t) 0117 917 1929 (m) 07435 943574 (e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Exeter, Devon
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