Full job descriptionPrivate Client Solicitor – Probate / Wills / Estate Planning
Location: East Belfast (with flexibility to support Holywood office)
Salary: Competitive and Negotiable dependant on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and personable Private Client Solicitor to join our growing team, specialising in Probate, Wills, and Estate Planning. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive and well-established firm in the Northern Ireland market.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services to clients while contributing positively to the wider team.
Key Responsibilities
*Managing a varied caseload of private client matters, including:
*Wills and estate planning
*Probate and estate administration
*Powers of attorney

*Providing clear, practical, and empathetic advice to clients
*Building and maintaining strong client relationships
*Supporting the ongoing development of the private client department
*Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm
*Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and professional standards
Experience & Skills Required
*Ideally 2–5 years PQE within private client work in Northern Ireland
*Strong technical knowledge of probate, wills, and estate planning
*Excellent communication and client care skills
*Ability to manage caseload independently with attention to detail
*Proactive, organised, and team-oriented approach
*A genuine interest in building a long-term career within private client law