Solicitor – Wills, Probate & Estate Planning – Swindon – 3+ Years PQE
Location: Swindon
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Monday–Friday, 9.00am–5.30pm)
Salary: £50,000 – £85,000 (dependent on experience)

A respected and forward-thinking law firm, recently recognised as “2024 Law Firm of the Year”, is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 3+ years’ post-qualification experience to join its busy and highly regarded Legal 500 Tier 1 Wills, Probate & Estate Planning team in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative environment, working on high-quality and often complex matters with genuine scope to influence and grow the department.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of private client matters, including:

• Advising, drafting, and executing Wills
• Advising, drafting, and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Administering non-taxable and taxable estates
• Drafting Deeds of Variation
• Creating and administering trusts
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members
• Supporting marketing and business development initiatives in Swindon
• Building lasting client relationships through exceptional service

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• Minimum 3 years PQE in private client work
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Enthusiasm for business development and growing the team’s reputation

Benefits
The firm offers:

• A supportive and inclusive culture where collaboration is valued
• Clear career progression pathways
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy
• Pension & life assurance
• Medical health cash plan & discount portal
• Virtual GP access, wellbeing tools & advice

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

This employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.