PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR NQ to 2yrs PQE, EAST SUSSEX

Company: Origin Legal
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Overview

PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR NQ to 2yrs PQE, EAST SUSSEX. I am keen to speak with Junior Private Client Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executive regarding a private client role we have for a well-respected law firm with multiple offices throughout the South including a London presence.

The initial focus will be on probate and estate administration, but the role offers much broader exposure including wills, trusts, LPAs and estate planning work – particularly for high-net-worth clients and business owners. There is also the chance to work alongside a respected partner on complex tax and succession planning matters, including international estates and trusts.

The ideal candidate will be NQ (must have sat a private client seat) to 2 years of experience within private client, be capable of managing a mixed & varied caseload, and be interested in obtaining a STEP / SFE qualification.

You will be working within a friendly and nurturing team working on a broad range of private client matters including but not limited to:

  • Wills and inheritance disputes
  • Declaration of Trusts
  • Deeds of Variation
  • Probate and Estate Administration
  • Writing and Reviewing Your Wills
  • Inheritance Tax Planning

The practice fosters a culture of collaboration, friendliness, and support, resulting in high staff retention rates.

If you are a skilled and ambitious Private Client Professional eager to take the next leap in a dynamic environment, where you can amplify and cultivate your skills please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Opportunities and Firm Context

A highly respected regional law firm is seeking to expand its thriving Private Client department following a significant increase in work. My client, a highly regarded regional law firm, is now looking to bolster their private client team with the hire of a Solicitor or Legal Executive due to increased volumes of private client work. They will consider applicants on either a full-time or part-time basis. Forming an integral part of the Private Client team, recognised as one of the leading teams globally, this Associate role will advise a range of UK clients on their succession and tax planning. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join a well-regarded and expanding firm.

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Posted: April 11th, 2026