Private Client Trainee Solicitor

Position: Private Client Trainee Solicitor (Permanent)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Solicitor to join a well-established and supportive Private Client team. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in Wills, Probate and Estate Planning, offering hands-on training, close supervision, and clear long-term progression within a friendly and professional environment. The firm offers a competitive trainee salary, generous holiday entitlement, pension, and a strong commitment to learning and development.

About the Firm:

Our client is a respected legal practice with a strong private client offering and an excellent local reputation. The firm prides itself on high standards of client care, long-standing client relationships, and investing in the development of junior lawyers.

Trainee Solicitor (Private Client) —

Position Overview:

You will support experienced Private Client Solicitors across a broad range of non-contentious matters, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of private client work while working towards qualification.

Key Responsibilities of the Trainee Solicitor:

• Assisting with the preparation of Wills and codicils

• Supporting Probate and estate administration matters

• Assisting with Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Drafting correspondence and legal documentation

• Liaising with clients in a professional and sensitive manner

• Conducting file management and compliance tasks

• Attending client meetings with supervising solicitors

• Supporting general Private Client department administration

Requirements of the Trainee Solicitor:

• LPC / SQE completed or in progress (or equivalent)

• A genuine interest in Private Client law

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail and organisation

• Professional, empathetic and client-focused approach

• Willingness to learn and develop under supervision

• Confident IT skills including case management systems

The Benefits for the Trainee Solicitor role:

• Competitive trainee salary

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Pension scheme

• Supportive training and supervision

• Clear route to qualification and long-term progression

• Friendly and collaborative working environment

• And more

If you are looking to begin your legal career within a strong Private Client team, apply today.
Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37605

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