Private Client Solicitor (NQ -2 PQE)

Company: JMC Legal Recruitment
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Location: Aberdeen
Job Description:

Overview

In this Aberdeen-based role you join a well-established Private Client team to develop your career across wills, powers of attorney, executries, trusts and succession planning. You’ll work with senior colleagues on a broad range of private client matters, taking ownership of your own cases as you progress. The team offers structured development and opportunities to pursue STEP qualifications within a supportive, down-to-earth environment. This is a high-quality platform for handling complex, high net worth matters while balancing your professional growth with a collaborative culture. A clear hook: join an award-winning team with strong regional reputation and a path to further qualification.

Pay / Benefits

  • leading salary
  • bonus
  • comprehensive benefits package
  • flexible working options
  • strong work-life balance

Responsibilities

  • Manage a broad range of private client matters (wills, powers of attorney, executries, trusts, succession planning)
  • Develop and maintain client relationships with support from senior practitioners
  • Take ownership of matters as you progress, with structured development
  • Collaborate with colleagues and work towards further qualifications (e.g., STEP)

Key requirements

  • Scottish Qualified Solicitor at NQ-2 PQE or a trainee approaching qualification
  • Private Client experience preferred but transferable skills considered
  • Strong communication and client-focused approach
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Proactive, collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in Private Client
  • Strong communication
  • Client-focused approach
  • Proactive collaboration
  • Wills
  • Powers of attorney
  • Executries

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Posted: October 1st, 2026