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Private Client Solicitor

Eventus Recruitment Group
Haywards Heath

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Job details

Permanent
£50,000 - £65,000 a year

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Legal drafting
Organisational skills
Financial services
Communication skills
Tax experience

Full job description

Eventus Legal Recruitment is working with an established law firm to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor in their office in Haywards Heath, West Sussex. This is a full time, permanent position, offering hybrid and flexible working (3 days in the office and 2 from home once initial onboarding has occurred), a competitive salary, and clear progression opportunities into senior and management roles. This role would suit an ambitious solicitor, or legal executive, looking to develop their expertise in private client law within a reputable firm that is going through a successful growth phase. On offer is a salary in the range of £50-65k (depending on experience), a bonus scheme paying up to 20% of billings, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension, social events, and progression opportunities.

Role Responsibilities

The Private Client Solicitor, or Legal Executive, will be working out of the Haywards Heath, West Sussex office and you will play a key role in delivering high quality advice and service to clients. Responsibilities will include:

Managing and growing a portfolio of private clients, providing expert legal advice on wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, tax and succession planning
Drafting and advising on wills (including complex and taxable estates), lifetime planning and related documentation
Advising on and preparing lasting powers of attorney and supporting clients with capacity and vulnerability considerations where required
Overseeing the administration of estates from initial instruction through to distribution, including IHT reporting and probate applications
Providing support on trust creation, registration, administration and ongoing advice, including liaising with accountants and independent financial advisors
Acting as the main point of contact for clients, building strong and trusted relationships and delivering clear, tailored advice
Engaging in business development and marketing activities, including attending networking events, building referrer relationships, and contributing to content and client-facing events
Maintaining strong risk and compliance practices, including adherence to AML, KYC, and data protection regulations
Managing billing and matter financial performance, ensuring time recording and billing accuracy and supporting overall profitability
Collaborating with other departments as required, including assisting on private client related property, company or dispute issues where appropriate
Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required and contributing to a positive team culture

Person Specification

The successful Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive candidate will demonstrate both technical excellence and a strong client service ethos. You will have:

Qualified Solicitor, or Legal Executive, with a minimum of 3+ years PQE in Private Client law
Expertise in wills, probate and estate administration, with wider private client experience including trusts, tax, and succession planning
Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver clear, tailored legal advice, to produce optimal outcomes for clients
Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
A proactive, commercial mindset, with an interest in developing new client relationships through multiple channels including attending networking events
Up-to-date knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks, including AML, KYC, and GDPR

Benefits and Rewards

Competitive salary between £50,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience)
Bonus scheme paying up to 20% of billings
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and Christmas shutdown
Clear and structured career progression, including routes into senior and management roles
Social events during the year
Flexible working with hybrid
A supportive, collaborative environment within a respected firm known for quality and professionalism
Opportunity to work on high quality matters with long standing clients

About the Company

This progressive, full service law firm supports clients locally in Sussex as well as nationally and internationally, with a modern approach that combines a personal service ethos with clear, practical advice. The firm operates a hybrid physical and virtual model and is known for straightforward communication and fee clarity, including a commitment to transparent pricing where possible. The business has also received positive recognition within the local and regional business community for its contribution and growth, and offers a collaborative culture where people are supported to develop and progress.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Private Client Solicitor job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please send your CV to Richard Hatchett at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at [email protected] or contact 07495 734 342 for a confidential discussion.

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me using the details above for a confidential discussion about your career.

The Eventus Recruitment Group is an award winning recruitment specialist operating across the UK and Ireland in Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the year’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.

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