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Date Added: Mon 28/07/2025

Private Client Solicitor - Chelmsford

Chelmsford, UK
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Company: HENDERSON SCOTT LIMITED

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Negotiable

Private Client Solicitor

The successful candidate will manage a broad range of private client matters, including wills, probate, powers of attorney, Court of Protection work, estate planning, and trusts. They will provide clear, empathetic advice to individuals and families, maintaining high standards of client care.
Your day-to-day will include:

  • Managing a varied caseload including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and powers of attorney
  • Advising clients on inheritance tax planning, asset protection, and related legal matters
  • Drafting key legal documents such as wills, LPAs, and trust deeds
  • Liaising with HMRC, the Probate Registry, and financial institutions throughout the estate administration process


We're Looking For

  • A qualified Solicitor with experience in private client work
  • Solid understanding of wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, and inheritance tax planning
  • Strong communication and client service skills
  • Ability to manage a varied caseload independently and effectively
  • STEP qualification (or working towards it) is desirable but not essential


What's In It For You

  • Salary: Accepting all PQE levels, dependent on experience
  • Reduced daily or season ticket parking via Q-Park
  • Health Cash Plan (Medicash) following probation
  • 26 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays (3 reserved for Christmas closure)
  • Auto-enrolment pension (5% employee, 3% employer)
  • Professional training and personal development opportunities
  • Paid networking and corporate event attendance
  • Friendly and collaborative team culture
  • Regular team lunches, Christmas and summer parties
  • Annual salary reviews each April


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