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VG Charles & Co

Permanent · South West / West Midlands

Private Client Solicitor

Location
South West, West Midlands
Salary
Negotiable
Role level
Solicitor
Practice area
Private Client
Sector
Private Practice
Posted
27 October 2026
Reference
12423

The role

South Gloucestershire | Excellent Career Development Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Private Client Solicitor to join a successful and growing legal team in South Gloucestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within private client law, working as part of a small, close-knit team with an established reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice.

The team is performing exceptionally well, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to become involved in a varied and interesting caseload while developing their technical expertise alongside experienced colleagues.

The Role

You will advise clients on a broad range of private client matters, including:

  • Drafting wills and advising on succession planning.

  • Providing estate planning advice tailored to clients’ personal and financial circumstances.

  • Administering estates and dealing with probate matters.

  • Advising on inheritance tax and wider tax planning considerations.

  • Assisting with trust creation, administration and related advice.

  • Building strong client relationships and delivering a high standard of service.

The role will offer exposure to good-quality work, with the opportunity to take responsibility for matters and continue building your expertise across the full range of private client services.

The Ideal Candidate

  • A junior Solicitor with experience in private client law.

  • A sound understanding of wills, probate and estate administration.

  • An interest in developing expertise in estate planning, tax and trusts.

  • Strong communication and client care skills, with the ability to explain complex matters clearly and sensitively.

  • Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

  • A proactive approach and a genuine commitment to developing a long-term career in private client work.

The Benefits

  • The opportunity to join a small, successful and growing team.

  • Exposure to high-quality private client work.

  • Support and guidance to help develop your technical skills.

  • The opportunity to broaden your experience across wills, estate planning, probate, taxation and trusts.

  • A rewarding role with scope for continued professional development.

If you are a junior Private Client Solicitor looking for your next move and would like to join a thriving team where you can continue to develop your expertise, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For more information on this opportunity or for general career advice in the strictest of confidence, please contact me, Jane Marshall at VG CHARLES &CO on 0121 233 5003 or mail jane.marshall@vgcharles.com

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