Private Client Solicitor – 4+ PQE

Private Client Solicitor – 4+ PQE

TSR Legal are currently representing a boutique award-winning law based in Cardiff. The firm have a fantastic reputation for providing high-quality, commercially focused legal advice to a diverse range of clients across the private, public and third sectors.

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 4+ PQE to join the growing Wills & Probate team.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor to join an established and developing team, handling a varied and interesting caseload of private client matters. The successful candidate will have the technical ability and confidence to manage their own files independently, providing clear, practical and empathetic advice to clients on a broad range of private client issues.

You will work closely with colleagues across the firm, contribute to the continued development of the department and play an important role in maintaining and developing relationships with existing and prospective clients and professional referrers.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of private client matters from initial instruction through to completion.
• Drafting Wills, including complex Wills incorporating trusts and estate planning provisions.
• Advising clients on estate and succession planning, including inheritance tax considerations and asset protection.
• Advising on and preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Dealing with probate applications and the administration of estates, including more complex estates.
• Advising on trusts, including their creation, administration and termination.
• Preparing deeds of variation and other estate planning documentation.
• Advising clients on Court of Protection matters and deputyship applications, where required.
• Providing sensitive and practical advice to clients, often in challenging or emotional circumstances.
• Ensuring files are managed efficiently and in accordance with regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and identifying opportunities to develop new business.
• Supporting junior members of the team and contributing to knowledge sharing and supervision where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to deliver an excellent service to clients.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

• Qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales with at least 4 years’ post-qualification experience in private client work.
• A strong technical understanding of Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, Trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Experience managing their own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Experience dealing with complex estates and providing estate planning advice.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients.
• A personable, empathetic and client-focused approach.
• Good commercial awareness and an interest in business development.

If you believe you have the skill set required, please contact Ryan at TSR Legal on 07554 389913 or ryan@tsrlegal.co.uk for a confidential discussion.