Senior Private Client Solicitor, Douglas Scott

Senior Private Client Solicitor

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom, Preston

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

40000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Exciting opportunity to join one of the largest and well-respected private client teams in the Northwest, handling complex private client matters for high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, elderly clients, and landed estates. The role offers professional growth, high-quality work, and an excellent working environment within an award-winning firm.

Job Responsibility:

Handling a variety of private client matters, including complex wills, trusts, estate administration, inheritance tax planning, and business succession planning
advising on landed estates, capital gains tax, and estate planning for high-net-worth individuals and business owners
managing an existing caseload while also developing and maintaining strong relationships with referrers, clients, and professional networks
supervising and supporting junior members of the team as required
playing an integral role in the continued growth of the private client department in Lancashire

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years PQE
strong technical expertise in private client law
proactive approach to client care and business development
STEP qualification or working towards STEP membership is desirable

Nice to have:

STEP qualification or working towards STEP membership

What we offer:

Competitive salary of c.£55K + excellent benefits
25 days holiday, increasing to 32 days through a loyalty recognition programme, plus the option to purchase an extra five days annually
pension scheme
private medical insurance
life assurance and income protection insurance
flexible and agile working environment
opportunities for career development within an award-winning firm
a strong focus on environmental sustainability, diversity, and inclusion
regular opportunities to contribute to community and colleague-led initiatives

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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