Private Client Lawyer – Yeovil – 2+ Years PQE

Overview

In this role you will handle a diverse private client caseload in a well-established Yeovil law firm, delivering high‑quality service in wills, trusts, probate and related matters. You will build lasting client relationships, contribute to departmental planning and business development, and share knowledge across the team while mentoring junior colleagues. The position offers professional development in a collaborative, supportive culture. A meaningful opportunity to shape client outcomes and contribute to a respected regional practice.

Pay / Benefits

• Life assurance from day one
• 4% employer pension contribution or salary sacrifice
• Income protection and critical illness cover
• 25 days’ holiday, rising to 30 with service, plus birthday off
• Discounted legal services, including free conveyancing
• Mental health support and therapy sessions

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload across wills, trusts, probate, powers of attorney, and tax/succession matters
• Build long-term relationships with clients
• Support departmental planning and business development
• Share knowledge and best practices across the team
• Mentor junior colleagues while maintaining autonomy in your own work

Key requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ PQE in private client law
• Strong technical skills across a broad range of private client matters
• Client-focused, proactive approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Confidence managing files independently
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Genuine interest in business development and team collaboration

• client-focused
• excellent communication
• relationship-building
• team collaboration
• mentoring junior colleagues
• private client matters: wills, trusts, probate, powers of attorney, tax and succession

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