Job Description

Private Client Solicitor Overview: Our client, a highly respected and Legal 500-ranked law firm based in Shropshire, is seeking a talented Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience to join their thriving team. This is a standout opportunity to join a prestigious firm that offers high-quality work, genuine career development, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: * Advising on a broad range of private client matters including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, inheritance tax planning, and powers of attorney * Managing a varied caseload, including complex and high-net-worth estates * Drafting wills and trust documents, and advising on succession planning and charitable giving * Handling probate applications and overseeing the full estate administration process * Advising on the creation and management of trusts, including related tax issues * Providing guidance on elderly client matters and mental capacity issues * Delivering an exceptional standard of client care and building long-term relationships * Supporting junior team members and collaborating effectively with colleagues * Actively contributing to business development and the team's ongoing success The Ideal Candidate: * Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' experience in private client work * Strong technical expertise in wills, trusts, probate, and tax planning * Proven ability to manage a diverse and complex caseload with minimal supervision * Exceptional communication, client care, and interpersonal skills * Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive * A collaborative team player with a commercial mindset What's on Offer: * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package * The chance to work in a Legal 500-ranked team with an outstanding reputation * Access to high-quality clients and challenging, rewarding work * Clear opportunities for progression and continued professional development * A genuinely supportive firm culture with a strong focus on work-life balance To apply for the position of Private Client Solicitor please contact Nicholas Fear at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer. '