Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive - Wimborne - 5+ PQE

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive - Wimborne - 5+ Years' PQE
Location: Wimborne
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (flexible hours considered)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)

A well established regional practice is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive (5+ PQE) to join its growing team in Wimborne. This is an excellent opportunity to take on an existing caseload and play a key role in a busy, well regarded department handling a broad range of private client matters.

The Role
You'll manage a varied and interesting caseload of private client work, including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Trusts and related advisory work
• Powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters
• Tax considerations relating to estates and lifetime planning

You will also:

• Take over an existing caseload with full secretarial support
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues and local referrers
• Engage with the local community and support the firm's profile
• Work autonomously while contributing to the wider team's growth
• Maintain high standards of client care, compliance and professionalism

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys client contact, autonomy and the opportunity to help shape a developing department.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a solicitor or legal executive with:

• 5+ years' PQE in private client work
• Strong experience across wills, probate, trusts and estate administration
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues
• A personable, community focused approach
• Confidence managing files independently
• A proactive mindset and commitment to delivering excellent client service

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Flexible working hours
• Existing caseload
• Secretarial support
• Competitive salary
• Parking provided
• Pro rata holiday entitlement
• Statutory pension contributions
• Lexcel accredited working environment

The firm prides itself on a supportive, collaborative culture and welcomes applicants who are passionate about private client work and committed to high quality service.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Olivia Reed - Chadwick Nott
📧 oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
📞 07711 799761

*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 their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, 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.*