Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive-Private Client-Bridgewater

Overview

In this Private Client role, you will manage a varied caseload across wills, LPAs, estate administration and related matters, contributing to client relationships and department development. You will operate within a supportive, modern firm with hybrid working and clear progression pathways. The position offers flexibility and a KPI-linked bonus, with opportunities to specialise further and travel across Somerset. You will work autonomously with a client‑facing approach, using your technical skills to handle both routine and complex matters.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid role
• Flexible working options (hybrid, full/part-time, condensed hours)
• Career progression framework and mentorship
• Competitive pay with annual review
• Birthday leave
• KPI linked bonus

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Private Client caseload (wills, LPAs, estates, trusts)
• Handle tax and non-tax estates and estate administration
• Support development of the department and maintain client relationships
• Assist with Court of Protection matters and trusts where applicable
• Provide high-quality client care and professional communication
• Work autonomously and manage own administration
• Occasional travel across Somerset (driving licence required)

Key requirements

• Solicitor (NQ-2 years PQE) or Chartered Legal Executive
• Strong client care and technical skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
• Experience handling both routine and complex matters
• Ability to work autonomously and manage administration
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Full driving licence for travel across Somerset

• strong communication
• client focus
• autonomy
• Private Client knowledge (wills, LPAs, estates)
• estate administration
• trusts (beneficial but not essential)

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