Legal Southwest
Our client, a well-established and highly regarded law firm with a strong reputation across the Southwest, is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their friendly and supportive team in Sidmouth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and client-focused individual to join a busy and growing department, handling a high-quality and varied caseload while benefiting from a collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.
The role will involve managing a broad range of private client matters, including:
- Drafting Wills, including those involving more complex estates
- Probate and the administration of estates from instruction through to completion
- Trust creation, management, and advisory work
- Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters
- Inheritance Tax planning and estate structuring
- Advising clients on wealth preservation and succession planning
You will be responsible for managing your own caseload with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring that matters are progressed efficiently and in line with client expectations. The role requires a sensitive and professional approach, as well as the ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships.
In addition, you will:
- Provide clear, practical, and tailored advice to clients
- Work closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver a seamless service
- Play an active role in business development and networking
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice
- Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with solid private client experience
- Be confident managing a full and varied caseload independently
- Demonstrate strong technical ability and attention to detail
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be highly organised with a proactive and professional approach
- Show a genuine commitment to client care and service delivery
In return, our client offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where individuals are encouraged to develop and progress. The firm places a strong emphasis on work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and ongoing professional development.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm offering high-quality work, a loyal client base, and clear opportunities for career progression in a desirable coastal location.
If you are looking to take the next step in your private client career, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.
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