Private Client Lawyer – Be the Trusted Expert Clients Turn To Location: Coventry & Warwickshire Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive Brilliant Benefits Are you a private client lawyer who thrives on autonomy, precision, and genuine client care? We’re offering a standout opportunity to join a respected, forward-thinking firm where your expertise will be valued, your development supported, and your voice heard. This is your chance to manage a full caseload of wills, probate, and estate matters in a team that blends professionalism with warmth — and where your contribution directly shapes the future of the department. N.B. Please only apply if you meet the essential criteria. When answering application questions, be honest and transparent about your required experience. We value integrity and want to ensure the right fit for both you and our client. What you’ll be doing: * Managing a full caseload of private client matters, including Wills, Probate, Court of Protection Deputyships, Powers of Attorney, and Private Trusts/Settlements * Advising clients on income and capital taxation, tax planning, and long-term care strategies * Handling cases from initial instruction through to completion with clarity and care * Drafting and approving legal documentation with precision * Staying sharp and up to date with changes in your practice area * Representing the firm at industry events and contributing to business development initiatives * Supporting the growth and smooth running of the department through proactive collaboration * Working to Lexcel and SRA standards with integrity and discretion What we’re looking for: * Ideally, a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive * Robust case management experience in a busy private client department * Strong legal knowledge of wills, probate, and estate administration * Someone who can manage a caseload confidently * Experience using case management systems and time recording * Solid IT skills and familiarity with Lexcel, SRA Standards & Regulations, and Money Laundering Regulations * A professional who leads with integrity, discretion, and client-first thinking Why join us? Because we invest in our people: Time Off & Flexibility 23 days holiday your birthday off Extra holiday with each year of service Holiday purchase scheme Everyday Perks Free parking Dress-down last Friday of the month Free/subsidised legal fees Health & Wellbeing * Private medical care (after probation) * Eyecare & flu jab vouchers * Cycle to work scheme * Company sick pay Growth & Recognition * Long service awards * Training funding & professional development * Refer-a-friend scheme This role is easily commutable from Coventry, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, Rugby, Nuneaton, Bedworth, Kenilworth, Solihull, Birmingham, Redditch, Banbury, Hinckley, Lutterworth, Tamworth, Atherstone, Alcester, and Daventry — making it ideal for private client professionals across the Midlands. You might currently be known as: Private Client Solicitor. Wills & Probate Lawyer, Legal Executive – Private Client, Trusts & Estates Solicitor, Probate Fee Earner, Court of Protection Lawyer, Estate Planning Advisor, Private Client Legal Advisor, Locum Private Client Solicitor, In-House Legal Counsel – Estates, Head of Private Client, Senior Associate – Wills & Probate, Legal Consultant – Private Client, Sole Practitioner – Wills & Probate