Private Client Solicitor

Position Title: Private Client Solicitor
Location: Tonbridge, Kent
Salary: £45,000+
Reference: BH-37182
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent (Hybrid)

About The Firm:
My client is an established and reputable law firm known for providing comprehensive legal services with a particular strength in Private Client matters. The firm prides itself on supporting professional development and delivering excellent client care.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Private Client Solicitor to join a busy department in Tonbridge. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload independently, covering all aspects of private client law including estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, and related tax matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing your own caseload of private client matters with minimal supervision.
• Providing specialist advice on estate and care fee planning, wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, probate, and administration of estates.
• Advising clients on inheritance tax planning, investments, charities, and deputyship matters.
• Assisting clients in Court of Protection cases and managing trust administration.
• Ensuring efficient and accurate case handling and compliance with deadlines.

Requirements:

• Solid and consistent experience in private client law. (3+ Years PQE)
• Proficiency in estate planning, wills, probate, tax issues, and trust administration.
• STEP qualification preferred, or willingness to undertake supported training.
• Excellent organisational skills, initiative, and ability to prioritise effectively.
• Professional presentation and strong communication skills with an excellent client manner.

The Benefits & How to Apply:

• 25 days holiday per year plus statutory and bank holidays.
• Firm sick pay scheme.
• Private healthcare through AXA PPP after six months (qualifying criteria apply).
• Workplace pension (qualifying criteria apply).
• Generous discounts on legal services for staff and immediate family members.
• Introduction bonuses for new staff referrals.
• Annual bonus for zero sick leave days.
• Bonus for qualified first aiders and fire marshals.
• Regular firm-wide social events including formal Christmas party and summer BBQ.
• Subscription to childcare vouchers.
• Dress down Fridays.
• Hybrid working available after probation period.
• Monthly recognition awards for support staff.
• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Professional development and STEP training support available.
• Secretarial support provided.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Person: Shabir Jiza
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