Private Client Solicitor | Warrington | 2+ PQE

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment is currently working with a well-established regional law firm in Warrington that is looking to appoint a Private Client Solicitor (2+ PQE) to join its friendly and experienced team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client lawyer seeking a varied role with genuine client contact, responsibility across the full spectrum of private client work, and the chance to contribute to business development within a supportive environment.

The Role

You will manage a broad caseload of private client matters, including:

Estate Administration
*Managing the administration of estates from start to finish
*Preparing and applying for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
*Completing and submitting inheritance tax, income tax and capital gains tax forms
*Collecting and realising estate assets, settling liabilities and distributing estates
*Preparing estate and distribution accounts
*Advising on tax planning and preparing Deeds of Variation
Wills & Estate Planning
*Taking client instructions and providing tailored estate planning advice
*Assessing client capacity where required
*Advising on inheritance tax and tax mitigation strategies
*Drafting and supervising the execution of simple and complex wills
*Handling applications for statutory wills where necessary
Trusts & Tax
*Advising clients on trust structures and tax implications
*Drafting trust documentation and providing ongoing trust advice
Powers of Attorney
*Advising clients on Lasting Powers of Attorney and related matters
*Drafting LPAs and assisting with registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney
*Acting as Certificate Provider where appropriate
Elderly Client Work
*Advising and assisting elderly clients with their personal and financial affairs
*Managing finances under Powers of Attorney where required
*Providing guidance on benefits and funding options, including social care considerations
Court of Protection
*Making applications for Deputyship and other Court orders
*Complying with Court directions and preparing accounts for the Court
*Managing ongoing affairs of protected parties
You will also have the opportunity to support business development initiatives, helping to build and strengthen the firm’s private client offering.

About You
*Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE in Private Client work
*Experience across the full range of private client matters
*Strong IT skills and comfortable working in a paper-light environment
*Organised with excellent client care skills
*An interest in contributing to business development
Salary & Benefits
*Competitive salary dependent on experience
*26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
*Monthly holiday bonus scheme
You will be joining a well-established and approachable team, offering a supportive environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a respected regional firm.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.