Private Client Solicitor – 5+ PQE (Surrey)

A well-established legal practice is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (5+ PQE) to join its Surrey team. The department specialises in wills, probate, estate planning, inheritance tax, and trusts. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment, delivering high-quality advice to a varied client base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on a wide range of private client matters, including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Manage your own caseload efficiently while maintaining excellent client communication and service standards.
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as wills, lasting powers of attorney, and trust deeds.
• Provide guidance on inheritance tax planning and trust creation and management.
• Assist with estate administration, including probate applications, reporting, and asset distribution.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with developments in private client law through continuous professional development.

Candidate Requirements:

• 5+ years’ post-qualification experience in private client law.
• Experience with trusts is highly desirable.
• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to explain complex matters clearly.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Empathy and professionalism when dealing with clients on sensitive matters.
• Familiarity with case management systems and standard office IT software.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous holiday allowance, including additional days over Christmas.
• Private medical cover and cash plan.
• Pension and life assurance scheme.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture, with opportunities for professional development.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this NQ private client / newly qualified solicitor role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 14 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.