Private Client Solicitor

A distinguished law firm in the West Country is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its esteemed Bath office, presenting an exceptional opportunity for you to serve high net worth clients and advance your career within a refined, collegial environment. With at least five years of experience in private client matters, you will be welcomed into a team that places great value on professional development, encourages the sharing of knowledge, and upholds the highest standards of client care. This position affords you the autonomy to manage a diverse caseload while benefitting from the guidance and camaraderie of accomplished colleagues across several offices. The firm is resolutely committed to ensuring all members feel respected and inspired, offering ongoing training initiatives and flexible working arrangements to support both your personal and professional aspirations. Should you seek a role where your expertise is recognised and your contributions are truly valued, this represents an outstanding next step.

What you'll do:

In the capacity of Private Client Solicitor based in Bath, you will:

• Independently manage a broad portfolio of private client matters including Wills, Trusts, Estate Administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), and Court of Protection applications.
• Consistently deliver exemplary client care by establishing trust-based relationships with clients, professional contacts, and local referrers.
• Work closely with solicitors, legal assistants, support staff, and central teams across multiple offices to ensure seamless delivery of services.
• Assist in nurturing and expanding relationships with existing clients whilst actively participating in business development activities.
• Provide clear and empathetic advice tailored to each client’s unique circumstances, ensuring their needs are addressed with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Support the Head of Private Client Team in achieving departmental objectives through effective collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• Uphold the firm’s reputation for excellence by adhering strictly to best practices in compliance, confidentiality, and ethical conduct at all times.
• Engage in regular team meetings and training sessions designed to enhance your skills and keep you abreast of developments relevant to private client work.
• Offer guidance or mentorship to junior colleagues or legal assistants as required, fostering an atmosphere of learning and mutual support within the team.

What you bring:

To thrive as a Private Client Solicitor in this appointment, your background should:

• Possess a minimum of five years’ demonstrable experience managing private client matters such as Wills, Trusts, Estate Administration, LPAs, and Court of Protection applications.
• Exhibit the ability to independently oversee a varied caseload whilst maintaining rigorous standards of accuracy and professionalism.
• Display excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to foster trust-based relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication abilities allowing you to elucidate complex legal concepts clearly and empathetically.
• Adopt a collaborative approach that facilitates knowledge sharing within multidisciplinary teams across several office locations.
• Show unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding client care through attentive listening, responsiveness, and sensitivity to individual requirements.
• Be proficient in utilising case management systems or demonstrate willingness to acquire new technological competencies relevant to legal practice.
• Experience assisting with business development activities or relationship management with professional contacts would be advantageous though not essential.
• Maintain a positive disposition towards continuous learning as evidenced by participation in training or mentoring initiatives.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation distinguishes itself through its steadfast commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where every colleague feels genuinely esteemed. The culture is predicated on collaboration rather than competition; team members encourage one another’s growth via open communication channels and regular knowledge-sharing forums. Flexible working arrangements empower employees to harmonise their professional ambitions with personal commitments—a testament to the firm’s recognition that wellbeing underpins sustained success. Investment in personnel transcends rhetoric: comprehensive training programmes equip staff at all levels while transparent career progression frameworks ensure everyone has equitable opportunities for advancement. The leadership cultivates an environment where achievements are celebrated collectively; successes are shared because it is believed that superior outcomes arise from working together. By joining this firm as a Private Client Solicitor, you become part of a network dedicated not only to legal excellence but also mutual respect—and above all—a shared sense of purpose rooted in guiding others through pivotal moments in their lives.

For more information about this Private Client Solicitor role or similar roles in the Southwest please get in touch with me Jack Sheehan on 0121 260 2514 or Jack.Sheehan@RobertWalters.com

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