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Private Client Solicitor

Reed
Posted 19 days ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Guildford, Surrey GU48EY, England

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • We are seeking a Private Client Solicitor for a full-time position in Guildford, offering a salary range of £45,000 - £80,000 depending on experience.
  • The ideal candidate should have post-qualification experience (PQE) in managing a variety of private client matters such as wills, trusts, and estate planning.
  • Key responsibilities include managing a caseload independently, providing legal advice, drafting documents, and supporting clients through complex processes.
  • Candidates must possess a Legal Practicing certificate (CILeX or LPC/SQE) and demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and business development skills.
  • The role offers career advancement opportunities, a supportive work environment, hybrid working options, and additional benefits like private health cover and paid birthdays off.

Private Client Solicitor

  • Location: Guildford
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: £45,000 - £80,000 (DOE)

We are in search of a Private Client Solicitor to join our bustling office in Guildford. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience, and open to all levels of post-qualification experience (PQE) in handling a range of private client matters, including wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney, probate, inheritance tax, and estate planning.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Independently manage a varied caseload of private client matters.
  • Provide expert legal advice on wills, trusts, estate planning, and related areas.
  • Draft, review, and execute legal documents with precision and care.
  • Offer guidance and support to clients through complex legal processes.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across our offices to maintain high standards of client service.
  • Participate in business development and networking initiatives to foster the department’s growth.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • A Legal Practicing certificate (CILeX OR LPC / SQE)
  • Demonstrable experience in managing a full spectrum of private client cases.
  • Capability to independently manage and run your own files.
  • Excellent organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.
  • Strong business development and networking skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits:

  • Career advancement opportunities within the firm.
  • A supportive and nurturing work environment.
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Being part of a committed and amiable team.
  • Hybrid Working
  • Private Health & Medical Cover
  • Paid Birthdays Off
  • Christmas Closure
  • Free On-site Parking / Close to all main public transport links
  • Opton to work out of other offices in Surrey

To apply for the Private Client Lawyer role, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and your motivation for applying to our team or reach out to Mark Watts at Reed Guildford.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.