Private Client Lawyer – Devon – 1-2 years’ experience

Overview

In this Private Client Lawyer role, you join a Legal 500-recommended team serving clients in health, social care, and estates. You will manage wills, estate administration, probate, and LPAs while expanding your private client skill set. The firm emphasizes compassionate, client-focused service and supportive team growth. You’ll work with cross-functional colleagues to deliver high-impact, empathetic care to vulnerable clients and families. This is a growth-focused opportunity in a respected Devon firm.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Strong social responsibility ethos and community involvement
• Compassionate and inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunities to participate in firm-wide fundraising and wellbeing initiatives

Responsibilities

• Advising on Wills, Estate Administration, and Probate
• Drafting and managing Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trust and Inheritance Tax Planning
• Trust administration and client relationship management
• Delivering high-quality, empathetic client service
• Contributing to the team’s continued growth and success

Key requirements

• 1-2 years’ experience in private client work (PQE guideline)
• Strong understanding of the private client discipline
• Passion for supporting vulnerable individuals and families
• Track record of building and maintaining client and referrer relationships
• Collaborative, can-do attitude
• Thrives in a friendly, focused environment

• collaborative
• empathy
• relationship-building
• Wills
• Estate Administration
• Probate

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