Private Client Solicitor, East Midlands

Company: Austen Lloyd
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Location: Derbyshire
Job Description:

Overview

As a Private Client Solicitor at a Legal 150 firm, you will handle wills, probate and estate administration, along with trusts and estate planning. You will work within a dedicated private client team in the East Midlands, collaborating closely with senior lawyers to deliver high-quality advice. The role involves building strong client relationships and guiding clients through lasting powers of attorney and comprehensive estate plans. This is a client-focused opportunity with clear progression within a supportive, flexible environment that values career development and excellent client care.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible working arrangements
  • employee benefits
  • career development prospects
  • collaborative and supportive environment
  • opportunity to work with senior team and partners

Responsibilities

  • Manage wills and probate caseload and estate administration
  • Provide advice on trusts, inheritance tax planning, and estate planning
  • Guide clients through lasting powers of attorney processes
  • Develop and implement comprehensive estate plans for clients
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships with tailored, practical advice

Key requirements

  • UK qualified Solicitor with proven private client experience
  • Strong knowledge of wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning
  • Excellent client care and ability to manage a diverse caseload independently
  • Membership of the Law Society Private Client Section and/or STEP is advantageous
  • strong communication skills
  • client-focused
  • collaborative team player
  • wills
  • probate
  • trusts

Posted: September 14th, 2026