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Private Client Solicitor

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Private Client Solicitor | Newcastle | 4+ Years PQE - Partner
  
 BMC Group are working with a well-established law firm in Newcastle to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor or experienced fee earner looking to manage their own caseload and provide high-quality advice across a wide range of private client matters.

 The firm is renowned for delivering partner-led, client-focused advice, working with a diverse range of clients including individuals, families, and rural or farming estates. The team offers career development opportunities, exposure to complex matters, and the chance to work alongside experienced specialists in private client law.
  
 Key Responsibilities
  
Manage your own private client caseload, providing practical and accurate legal advice 
Advise clients on Wills, trusts, estate planning, LPAs, probate, and estate administration 
Draft and prepare key documents including Wills, LPAs, trusts, Deeds of Variation, HMRC forms, and asset transfer documents 
Support clients through probate and estate administration processes 
Administer trusts created in lifetime or on death, including compliance with HMRC where required 
Contribute to business development, building your own network of introducers and raising the profile of the team and firm 
Supervise and support junior team members 
Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date case files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations  The Ideal Candidate
  
Qualified solicitor or experienced fee earner with expertise in private client law 
Strong knowledge of Wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, tax planning, and asset protection 
Experience in succession planning for rural/farming clients is desirable 
Membership of STEP is advantageous 
Ability to manage a caseload effectively while balancing non-casework responsibilities 
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build trust and rapport with clients 
Team player who can also work independently when required 
Commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law 
Willingness to support business development and help grow the practice  Why This Role is Attractive
  
Competitive salary and bonus scheme reflecting experience and contribution, with potential for senior-level earnings 
Clear career progression, from mid-level solicitor to senior associate or partner opportunities 
Work in a supportive, collaborative team that values professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development 
Exposure to a broad and complex range of private client matters, including Wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and high-value family estates 
Influence and impact: take ownership of your caseload, contribute to strategic projects, and help shape the growth of the team 
Build a reputation as a trusted adviser to clients across diverse sectors, including rural and family estates

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