Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive

Company: Origin Legal
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Location: Essex
Job Description:

Join a well-established, highly regarded regional law firm known for its exceptional client care, strong community presence and consistent recognition in leading legal directories. With a modern, forward-thinking approach and a genuinely supportive culture, the firm continues to grow while maintaining its friendly, people-focused ethos. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to become part of a respected team that values quality work, collaboration and long-term relationships with clients.

The Role

Reporting to a senior lawyer, you will act as a trusted advisor to individuals, families and trustees. This role suits an NQ with prior Private Client experience or a lawyer with 1+ PQE. You will deliver clear, compassionate and practical advice while maintaining the highest professional and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing your own caseload from initial instruction through to completion
  • Meeting clients to discuss their matters and maintaining excellent service standards
  • Drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney and other associated documentation
  • Handling probate matters and estate administration
  • Assisting with the creation and ongoing management of trusts
  • Supporting senior team members where required
  • Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies
  • Contributing to marketing, networking and business development activities

Skills & Experience

  • Experience drafting Wills, LPAs, and dealing with probate and estate administration
  • Strong attention to detail and high-quality drafting skills
  • Excellent client care skills with a compassionate, clear and professional manner
  • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and handle competing priorities
  • Strong written communication and solid IT skills
  • A proactive, commercial and team-orientated approach

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 24 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Private health insurance
  • Free on-site parking
  • Supportive working environment with real opportunities for development

If you would like to join a respected and growing Private Client team and build your career in a supportive, high-quality environment, we would love to hear from you.

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Posted: March 27th, 2026