Private Client Solicitor - Worthing

Wills, Probate, Estate Planning & Trusts | Flexible Office Location

A well-established and highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its expanding Private Client team. Based in Hove, with applications also welcomed from candidates interested in working from Horsham or Worthing, this is a newly created position driven by continued growth and increasing client demand.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and collaborative team with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality private client advice across the South East.

The Role: Private Client Solicitor

You will advise a broad range of clients on private client matters, providing practical, sensitive and commercially focused advice while building long-term relationships with individuals and families.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and work closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver an exceptional client experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising clients on a wide range of private client matters including:
  • Wills and estate planning
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Trust creation and administration
  • Inheritance and succession planning
• Providing clear, practical and tailored legal advice
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting elderly and vulnerable clients with professionalism and sensitivity
• Delivering high standards of client care and technical excellence
• Contributing to the continued growth and success of the private client department

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in private client law
• Strong technical knowledge across wills, probate, estate administration and trusts
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• A client-focused and empathetic approach
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Experience of Court of Protection matters would be advantageous but is not essential

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing and well-respected private client team
• High-quality work with an established client base
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Flexible office locations across Hove and Worthing
• Attractive and evolving benefits package
• Long-term career prospects within a progressive regional law firm

Location

Worthing, West Sussex

Why Apply?

This role would suit a Private Client Solicitor looking to:

• Join a thriving and expanding private client department
• Handle a broad range of quality private client work
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team
• Develop their career with a respected regional law firm
• Build lasting relationships with a loyal and established client base