Private Client NQ Solicitor​/Legal Exec

Job title:
Private Client NQ Solicitor / Legal Exec

Location:
Surrey

Salary: £45k-£60k - depending on experience

PQE Level: NQ-2+

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Hours:
Full-time

A respected law firm in the South East is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its well-established private client team.

This is a great opportunity for a junior lawyer with a keen interest in wills, probate, estate planning, and trusts. You'll work alongside experienced professionals on a varied caseload and gain hands‑on exposure from day one, with strong mentoring and professional growth on offer.

• Advising clients on wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and powers of attorney
• Drafting legal documents and managing caseloads with care and accuracy
• Supporting estate planning and trust management
• Handling inheritance tax and estate administration matters
• Maintaining high standards of client care and regulatory compliance

• NQ Solicitor or Legal Executive with private client experience
• Strong communication, organisation, and attention to detail
• Empathetic and professional approach to client service
• Familiar with legal tech and case management systems

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Supportive, knowledgeable team
• Ongoing development and learning opportunities

If you’re ready to start your private client career in a firm that values excellence, empathy, and growth—this could be a perfect fit.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.