Private Client Solicitor
4 days ago
Aberdeen
A leading Scottish law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its established team in Aberdeen on a hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of private client matters while benefiting from genuine long-term career progression, strong mentoring and exposure to high-quality clients. You'll enjoy significant client contact and the opportunity to further develop your specialist expertise. \n Client Details \n Our client is a well-established and highly respected professional services business with a strong presence across Scotland and the North of England. Recognised for delivering integrated legal, property and financial services, the organisation has built an outstanding reputation for client service, technical excellence and innovation. The firm promotes a collaborative and supportive culture where professional development is actively encouraged, offering employees clear progression pathways, ongoing learning opportunities and flexible working arrangements. The business is committed to investing in its people and creating an environment where talented legal professionals can build long-term careers. \n Description \n\n • Provide tailored legal advice to private clients on a range of matters, including wills, trusts, and estates.\n, • Draft and review legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.\n, • Manage probate processes and administer estates efficiently.\n, • Advise on inheritance tax planning and asset protection strategies.\n, • Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication.\n, • Collaborate with colleagues to deliver seamless professional services.\n, • Keep up-to-date with changes in legislation affecting private client work.\n, • Ensure all work is completed to high professional standards and within deadlines.\n\n Profile \n A successful Private Client Solicitor should have: \n\n • A solicitor or equivalent with 2-8 years' PQE in Private Client law.\n, • Experience in private client legal work, including wills, trusts, and estates.\n, • Keen to achieve or continue working towards STEP qualification.\n, • Proficiency in drafting legal documents and managing probate processes.\n, • Knowledge of inheritance tax planning and asset protection.\n, • Strong communication and client relationship management skills.\n, • Attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.\n, • A relevant legal qualification and professional accreditation.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.\n, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.\n, • High-quality and varied private client workload.\n, • Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing team.\n, • Support towards professional qualifications, including STEP.\n, • A collaborative and inclusive culture with excellent mentoring and development opportunities.\n, • Competitive benefits package, pension provision and additional wellbeing initiatives.\n, • The opportunity to join a respected business with a strong reputation across the legal and wider professional services sectors.\n\n If you're an experienced Private Client Solicitor, apply now or contact James Hitti for more information. \n \n \n People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.