Private Client Solicitor NQE - 2 years PQE
20 days ago
Basildon
Private Client Solicitor (NQ – 2 Years PQE)\n Basildon, Essex \n Full-Time | Permanent \n Competitive Salary + Career Development Opportunities Launch Your Private Client Career with a Supportive Team\n An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Newly Qualified Solicitor or Private Client Solicitor with up to 2 years' PQE to join a growing and well-established law firm in Basildon. \n This role offers the opportunity to develop your expertise within a busy Private Client department, working alongside experienced practitioners on a broad range of matters while receiving ongoing support, mentoring and training. \n The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering exceptional client service and building a long-term career within Private Client law. The Role\n You will assist with and manage a varied caseload of private client matters, including: \n\n • Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning\n, • Probate and estate administration\n, • Lasting Powers of Attorney\n, • Deputyship applications\n, • Court of Protection matters\n, • Trust administration\n, • Inheritance Tax and succession planning matters\n\n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Managing files with appropriate supervision depending on experience.\n, • Meeting and advising clients in person, by telephone and remotely.\n, • Drafting legal documents and correspondence.\n, • Providing clear, practical and client-focused legal advice.\n, • Maintaining accurate file management and compliance standards.\n, • Building strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.\n, • Supporting senior fee earners on more complex matters.\n, • Contributing to the continued success and growth of the department.\nAbout You\n To be successful in this role, you will have: \n\n • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ – 2 years' PQE).\n, • Experience within a Private Client department gained during training, qualification or post-qualification practice.\n, • Knowledge of Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney.\n, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.\n, • Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.\n, • A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach.\n, • The ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.\n, • A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Private Client law.\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • Competitive salary dependent on experience.\n, • Structured training and mentoring from experienced Private Client practitioners.\n, • Clear career progression opportunities.\n, • Exposure to a varied and high-quality caseload.\n, • Ongoing professional development and support.\n, • Friendly and collaborative working environment.\n\n Why Apply?\n This is an ideal opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor or junior Private Client Solicitor looking to build their expertise within a supportive and progressive firm. You will gain hands-on experience across a broad range of Private Client matters while developing your skills under the guidance of experienced legal professionals. \n If you are looking for a role that offers genuine development, quality work and long-term career prospects, we would like to hear from you. \n Apply today for a confidential discussion.