Private Client Solicitor
Henderson Scott · Poole, Dorset
Private Client Solicitor at Henderson Scott, based in Poole, Dorset, paying £45,000 - £70,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £45,000 - £70,000 per annum
- Location
- Poole, Dorset
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Closes
- 9 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Solicitor
16% below the typical rate for solicitor
Reference BBBH141513
About the role
Location: Poole
Experience: 1-4 PQE
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Base Salary: £45,000-£60,000 DOE
A well-established and growing law firm is seeking a Probate Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its established Private Client team in Poole.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative Private Client environment, with a varied caseload and strong opportunities for progression.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of probate and estate administration matters from initial instruction through to completion, including:
- Applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
- Full estate administration
- Advising executors, administrators, trustees and beneficiaries
- Collection and distribution of estate assets
- Preparation of estate accounts and associated documentation
- Advising on Inheritance Tax and related probate matters
- Liaising with HMRC, financial institutions and other professional advisers
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
You will have responsibility for progressing your own matters while working closely with colleagues across the wider Private Client team.
About You
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- 1-4 years' PQE, or equivalent relevant experience
- Strong experience in probate and estate administration
- Confident managing your own caseload
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Proactive, personable and commercially aware
- Committed to delivering a high standard of service
What's On Offer
- Base salary £45,000-£60,000 DOE
- Full remuneration package £45,000-£70,000 DOE
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Varied and high-quality Private Client caseload
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Holiday entitlement
- Company events
- Free on-site parking
This is a great opportunity for a Probate Solicitor looking to join a well-supported Private Client team and continue developing their technical expertise and career.
Reference: BBBH141513 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 9 Sep 2026 · Listed via Henderson Scott
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