Private Client Solicitor

An exciting opportunity exists to play a pivotal role in the further development of a well-regarded private client practice. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact while benefiting from a strong foundation of expertise within the team.

With hybrid and flexible working arrangements available, the position is ideal for a Private Client professional with a reputation for advising High Net Worth individuals and business owners on wealth protection, tax strategies, trusts, succession, and estate planning. Your skills and experience will enhance and complement those of the existing partners and team members, enabling the delivery of exceptional client service.

The private client department is a cohesive group of 18 lawyers and 10 support professionals across multiple office locations. Many team members hold STEP qualifications or are SFE members, reflecting the team’s commitment to maintaining high standards of expertise and professionalism. Collaboration is at the core of the team’s success, with a strong emphasis on sharing knowledge and supporting one another.

This opportunity includes working on a diverse range of complex private client matters, including those for landed estates, agricultural property owners, and High Net Worth individuals. Additionally, it provides the chance to specialize in advising farm and estate owners, farming partnerships, companies, and partnerships on intricate tax and succession planning issues.

•    A minimum of five to six years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with strong expertise in Inheritance Tax Planning, Trust Drafting, and Administration.
•    Experience managing a varied caseload, including Will drafting, Probate, and Administration of Estates.
•    STEP qualification or progress toward membership is desirable but not mandatory.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years PQE (or equivalent experience) within Private Client law, and will offer an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and respected team while advancing your expertise in a supportive environment.

If you would like to apply for this great opportunity, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Justine on 0161 914 7357 for an informal discussion.