Eventus Legal are seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Durham, County Durham or Darlington, County Durham. This is a permanent, full-time job offering 35 hours per week with flexible working patterns (not a traditional 9–5), alongside an excellent benefits package including a firm-wide bonus scheme, enhanced holiday entitlement, pension contributions, life assurance, and a range of wellbeing and lifestyle perks. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Wills and Probate Solicitor to join a progressive firm with a strong reputation across the North, offering genuine autonomy, career development, and the chance to make a real impact within a growing Private Client team.

Role Responsibilities

As a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage a varied caseload of Private Client matters and play a key role in delivering exceptional legal services. The successful Private Client Solicitor will also contribute to business development and team success. Duties will include:

• Managing a full caseload of Private Client matters including Wills, Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Estate Administration
• Providing high-quality legal advice to clients with professionalism, care, and attention to detail
• Supporting colleagues and collaborating effectively within the Private Client team
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while developing new connections with referrers and professional contacts
• Undertaking fee-earning work and ensuring a profitable contribution to the department
• Supervising support staff where appropriate and assisting with team development
• Participating in networking, marketing, and business development activities to generate new work
• Maintaining accurate and compliant files in line with regulatory and Lexcel standards
• Managing billing, time recording, and financial aspects of your caseload effectively
• Cross-referring work internally and contributing to the wider success of the firm

Person Specification

Applications are sought from experienced Private Client Solicitors, Wills and Probate Solicitors, or Private Client Lawyers who can demonstrate strong technical expertise and a proactive approach. The ideal Private Client Solicitor will have:

• A minimum of 5 years’ PQE in Private Client law
• Proven experience managing a broad Private Client caseload independently
• Strong knowledge of Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Estate Planning matters
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• High levels of organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive, motivated, and positive approach to work and business development
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities for growth
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining up-to-date legal knowledge

Benefits and Rewards

The successful Private Client Solicitor will benefit from a highly competitive and comprehensive package, designed to support both professional success and personal wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Firm-wide annual bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional Christmas closure
• Additional leave awarded for long service
• Flexible working arrangements (non-traditional working hours)
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme including legal, financial and wellbeing support
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including free flu vaccination
• Staff rewards platform with discounts across retailers and restaurants
• Birthday and Christmas gift vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme and electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities to join internal working groups and initiatives
• Regular engagement surveys and guest speaker sessions

About the Company

This law firm is an award-winning, Legal 500 recognised practice with a strong presence across the North, including offices in Durham, County Durham and Darlington, County Durham.

Known for its supportive and collaborative culture, this law firm places a strong emphasis on its core values of cooperation, excellence, integrity, and kindness. The Private Client Solicitor will be joining a forward-thinking organisation that actively encourages professional growth, business development, and work-life balance. The firm is committed to delivering outstanding client service while fostering a positive and inclusive working environment.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Private Client Solicitor job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or phone 0113 418 2494.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

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