Private Client Solicitor 5+PQE
Location: Oxford
Salary: Competitive

A highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor (or professional equivalent) to join its busy and expanding team in Oxford. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and skilled professional to advance their career, working alongside a supportive team in a firm committed to delivering exceptional client service.

About the Role
The successful candidate will work closely with a Partner while independently managing a caseload of private client matters. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in a growing team identified as a strategic focus area.
Responsibilities will include:

• Advising on wills, tax planning, probate, and estate administration.
• Handling trust creation and administration, as well as Court of Protection work.
• Supervising and supporting junior team members.
• Engaging in business development and marketing to support team growth.
• Delivering a consistently high level of client service and maintaining compliance with professional standards.

Knowledge and Experience
The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified solicitor status or equivalent professional qualification with 5+ years PQE.
• Strong expertise in wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and tax planning.
• Experience in managing and supervising team members.
• Competence with IT applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and case management systems.

Key Attributes

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work to deadlines and manage priorities effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• A team-oriented approach with a supportive attitude toward colleagues.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Enthusiasm for business development and marketing initiatives.

What's on Offer
This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to join a firm with a collaborative and professional culture. The position provides excellent career development opportunities within a supportive environment, allowing candidates to play an integral role in the firm's continued growth and success.

How to Apply
Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working on a variety of other private client opportunities with ranked teams in Oxford so would be interested to talk to any private client lawyer.