Private Client Solicitor Job at Wilkin Chapman Solicitor (York)

Private Client Solicitor

Wilkin Chapman Solicitor

Location:
United Kingdom , York

Category:
Legal

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Job Description:

Following our successful merger last year, we are continuing to go from strength to strength. As part of our ongoing expansion, we are now seeking an experienced Solicitor to join our growing Wills, Estates & Tax Planning team in York. This is an exciting opportunity to progress your career within a supportive and highly experienced department, working on a broad and varied caseload that includes interesting and complex high‑value estate matters.

Job Responsibility:

Running your own caseload, including drafting Wills, Trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney, and dealing with Trust and Estate Administration — including complex matters involving High‑Net‑Worth, business, and agricultural clients
Drafting and reviewing legal documentation with accuracy and attention to detail
Contributing to the growth and future development of the department, including assisting with client development, marketing initiatives, and networking activities
Mentoring and supporting junior colleagues and collaborating effectively within the wider team
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including Lexcel standards
Working towards and achieving financial targets as agreed with the Department Head or Branch Partner
Handling routine and complex enquiries from clients and telephone callers professionally, ensuring complaints are resolved promptly and satisfactorily
Ensuring that work produced by support staff meets the highest quality standards
Undertaking additional tasks that may reasonably be required within the scope of the role

Requirements:

2–6 years PQE in Wills, Estates & Tax Planning
Possession of the STEP qualification, or currently working towards it, or the ability to demonstrate technical skills and experience equivalent to STEP, along with a willingness to undertake the qualification
Excellent client-facing skills, with the ability to nurture existing relationships and help generate new business through networking and profile-raising activities

What we offer:

Competitive holiday entitlement
Self-Invested Personal Pension
Life assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Health & wellbeing initiatives
Agile working opportunities
Discounted legal fees
Referral incentives
Car parking

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Job Posted:
March 04, 2026

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