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Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Private Client - Remote

Job Details

Published
Location
Somerset
Role Type
Full-time, Permanent
Salary
£55,000 - £80,000 per annum
Private Practice
Job Ref: ORJ921958173S_1782311452

Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Private Client - Remote - 3-6 Years PQE
Location: Fully Remote (with occasional travel as required)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with flexible working options)
Salary: £55,000 to £80,000 + KPI linked bonus

A well established and progressive law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (3-6 years PQE) to join its expanding Private Client team on a fully remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong fee earner seeking flexibility, autonomy and the chance to contribute to a growing, modern practice.

The Role
You'll be responsible for managing a varied and high quality Private Client caseload, including:

  • Wills and estate planning
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Inheritance Tax advice
  • Estate administration (including complex and taxable estates)
  • Trusts and lifetime planning
  • Court of Protection and deputyship matters
  • Supporting elderly and vulnerable clients
  • Foreign assets or cross border estate matters (desirable but not essential)

You will also play an important role in maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the continued development of the team.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a Private Client specialist who is:

  • A Solicitor (3-6 years PQE) or Chartered Legal Executive (essential)
  • STEP / TEP qualified (desirable)
  • An experienced Private Client fee earner with strong technical ability (essential)


You will need:

  • A proven track record of managing your own Private Client caseload
  • Strong technical knowledge across core Private Client areas
  • Recent estate administration experience
  • Excellent communication and client care skills
  • The ability to handle sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism
  • Confidence working independently in a remote environment
  • A proactive, solutions focused approach
  • Experience mentoring junior colleagues would be beneficial.


Benefits
The firm offers:

  • Fully remote working with flexible hours
  • A clear Career Progression Framework and mentorship programme
  • Competitive pay, reviewed annually
  • Birthday leave and the option to buy or sell annual leave
  • A realistic and rewarding KPI linked bonus scheme
  • A supportive, friendly and client focused culture
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing team


How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*

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