Senior Solicitor

Overview

As Senior Solicitor you will lead private client matters (wills, trusts, probate, Court of Protection) and supervise a small conveyancing team from Redditch. You will manage client relationships, explain complex legal issues clearly, and contribute to office leadership with some flexibility in working patterns (4-day week or remote 1–2 days). This role supports a well-established high street firm and involves helping elderly clients with private client needs.

Pay / Benefits

• evening appointments
• 4-day week option
• hybrid/remote work (1–2 days)
• salary 50,000–80,000
• equal opportunities employer

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee a team of 2 conveyancers; coordinate workflow and quality of service
• Manage private client matters including wills, trusts, probate, and Court of Protection
• Communicate complex legal information clearly to clients with varying legal knowledge
• Oversee the Redditch office operations and support office staff(1 Solicitor + 2 conveyancers)
• Provide support for some conveyancing matters as needed
• Offer flexible working arrangements to the team and clients

Key requirements

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in private client matters
• Strong technical knowledge in wills, trusts, probate, Court of Protection
• Proven client-management skills and ability to explain legal issues clearly
• Qualified Solicitor
• Experience supervising a small legal team or office is a plus

• strong client-management
• clear communication
• team leadership
• adaptability
• private client matters (wills, trusts, probate, Court of Protection)
• some conveyancing knowledge

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