Private Client Solicitor – 2+ PQE – Gloucestershire

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Private Client Solicitor to join our Gloucestershire team. The role involves delivering high‑quality legal advice on wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts and capacity matters, while managing your own caseload and contributing to department growth.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal services to clients regarding wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts and deputyship matters.
• Manage an independent caseload and ensure timely progression of matters.
• Develop the private client department alongside the team.
• Engage in networking and business development activities.
• Review and manage work‑in‑progress (WIP) and client financing for ongoing matters.
• Maintain well‑organised files and keep property records up to date in line with firm policies.
• Use DPS for all email, letter, report and correspondence handling.
• Record phone calls, enquiries and requests appropriately.

Required profile

• At least 2 years of post‑qualification experience in private client work.
• Proven ability to organise and prioritise a personal workload and meet deadlines consistently.
• Strong administrative capability, including collating and analysing data across multiple systems.
• Demonstrated business development and networking skills.

Required skills

• DPS (document processing system)

What we offer

• Competitive salary starting at £40,000 plus experience‑dependent adjustments.
• Opportunities for professional development within a supportive, community‑focused firm.
• Engagement with a diverse client base across Gloucestershire and nationwide.