Private Client Solicitor

Eventus Legal are seeking a Private Client Solicitor (2-6 PQE) to join a well-established law firm on a permanent basis in Solihull, West Midlands. This is a full-time permanent job offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and strong long-term career prospects, hybrid working is available. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor, Legal Executive or CILEX professional seeking high-quality work, genuine career progression and the opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded Private Client team advising a varied client base.

About the Role

As the successful Private Client Solicitor, you will join a respected Private Client team advising individuals and families on a broad range of private client matters. This job offers the opportunity to manage complex and rewarding work, build long-term client relationships and contribute to the continued success and growth of the department.

You will enjoy a varied caseload while working alongside experienced colleagues within a supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution is recognised and your career development is encouraged.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on wills, estate planning, inheritance tax and asset protection matters.
• Managing probate and estate administration matters from instruction through to completion.
• Drafting wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and other private client documentation.
• Advising executors, trustees, attorneys and beneficiaries on their duties and responsibilities.
• Handling Court of Protection applications and deputyship matters.
• Providing advice on trust creation, administration and succession planning.
• Assisting clients with later-life planning, including care fee considerations and capacity issues.
• Liaising with financial advisers, accountants and other professional contacts to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
• Delivering practical, client-focused legal advice tailored to individual circumstances.
• Supporting business development activity through networking, relationship building and community engagement initiatives.

About You

This Private Client Solicitor job is suited to an experienced legal professional who enjoys delivering practical advice while developing lasting client relationships. You will be confident managing your own workload, thrive within a collaborative environment and be motivated to contribute to the ongoing success of a growing Private Client team.

You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) or similar legal professional with approximately 3-5 years' PQE gained within a UK law firm.
• Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of private client matters.
• STEP qualification or working towards STEP accreditation would be advantageous.
• Experience managing a mixed caseload of private client work independently.
• Good knowledge of trusts, estate administration, wills, lasting powers of attorney and Court of Protection applications.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied caseload.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive and commercially aware approach to client service and business development.
• A collaborative attitude with the ambition to contribute positively to a growing department.

Benefits and Rewards

• Alongside a competitive salary package, this employer offers an excellent opportunity to further your legal career within a supportive and progressive environment.
• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• High-quality work with an established client base.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Modern working environment with excellent resources and support.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

About the Firm

The employer is a respected regional law firm with an excellent reputation for delivering practical legal advice to businesses and individuals across the West Midlands. Its Private Client team advises a diverse client base across a broad spectrum of private client matters and is recognised for its collaborative approach, technical expertise and high standards of client service.

The firm is committed to investing in its people, encouraging professional development and providing an environment where experienced lawyers can continue to build their expertise while contributing to the ongoing success of the department.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Private Client Solicitor job in Solihull, West Midlands.

If you'd like to know more about this career-enhancing Private Client Solicitor opportunity or hear about other legal vacancies, please contact Gemma Clarke at Eventus Legal for a confidential discussion.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years of experience and/or salary stated in our advertisements are intended as a guide. We welcome applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills required to perform the job. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.