Jobs, fresher vacancy - Private Client Solicitor • Dorset

Company: Clayton Legal

Dorset

Are you ready to take the next step in your Private Client career? Our client, a respected law firm that’s been established for over 200 years, offering the best legal advice and legal services in Dorset and the South West, is seeking a dedicated Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their supportive team in Bridport. This is a fantastic opportunity to handle a varied caseload, contribute to practice development, and enjoy genuine flexibility in a collaborative environment. With opportunity for progression, including supervisory responsibilities, the firm has a variety of great benefits that include: Hybrid working pattern25 days’ annual leaveExtra day off for your birthdayWorkplace pension scheme.Private health insurance (after probation).Flexible, collaborative working environment incl hybrid.Regular social events including summer and Christmas celebrations.What you’ll be doing: Running a broad mix of Private Client matters with competence and efficiency, including wills, probate, LPAs, and estate administration.Providing excellent client care from first enquiry to case conclusion, including clear advice on costs, funding, and data protection requirements.Maintaining effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and third parties, ensuring cases progress smoothly.Supervising and supporting junior fee earners and support staff (as agreed with the Head of Department).Keeping well-structured files, accurate records, and complying with SRA professional standards.Actively contributing to the department’s growth through business development, networking, and knowledge sharing. The ideal Private Client Lawyer will: Be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (ideally 3 years PQE), but with solid Private Client experience.Have strong client care skills and the ability to work independently while contributing to a team.Have a proactive approach to practice development and maintaining the firm’s excellent reputation.Have organisational skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a busy caseload. This role offers not just a busy and rewarding caseload, but also the opportunity to develop your career, contribute to supervision, and play a key role in the continued success of the Private Client department.