Private Client Solicitor | 2 PQE | Chester A strong opportunity to join a long-established, highly regarded private client practice as it expands into Chester. This role offers a broad private wealth caseload, long-term client relationships and the chance to work within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary platform that combines traditional private client work with complex capacity, safeguarding and succession planning matters. What You'll Be Doing You will handle a varied and engaging private client caseload, advising individuals and families across the full spectrum of lifetime and estate-planning issues. Advising on wills, estate planning and succession for individuals, families and business owners Managing probate and estate administration matters, including complex and high-value estates Advising on inheritance tax planning, exemptions, reliefs and trust structures Drafting and advising on lasting powers of attorney and future-planning arrangements Working on trust creation, administration and asset-protection structures Supporting clients across sensitive and personal matters with a clear, pragmatic and compassionate approach Collaborating closely with family, property and corporate colleagues on joined-up private wealth matters Building long-term client relationships, often acting for multiple generations of the same family Contributing to the growth and profile of the Chester office as part of a wider regional platform About You You will be a private client solicitor who enjoys a relationship-driven practice and values both technical quality and the human side of advisory work. 2 years' PQE in private client, wills and probate or private wealth work Experience handling wills, probate, LPAs and estate administration matters Exposure to trusts, IHT planning or complex estates is advantageous A client-focused approach, with the ability to advise clearly and sensitively Comfortable managing your own files while working collaboratively with others Strong drafting, organisational and communication skills STEP or SFE accreditation is desirable but not essential An interest in developing your practice within a growing regional office What's on Offer This is an opportunity to join a private client team with real depth, stability and long-term vision. A truly mixed private client caseload spanning estates, trusts, tax and future planning The chance to be part of the launch and growth of a new Chester office, with support from an established regional platform Access to high-quality work generated through strong family, property and corporate practices A firm culture built around long-term client relationships rather than volume-driven work Investment, infrastructure and career support within a growing national group, while retaining a strong local identity A collaborative, supportive environment with flexible hybrid working Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package Clear scope for progression within a high-performing private client team The Firm You will be joining a long-established, full-service regional practice with a strong reputation across private client, family, property and commercial work. The private client offering sits at the heart of the firm's personal legal services, with a focus on acting as trusted advisers to families over generations. The team is known for combining technical expertise with a thoughtful, client-centred approach, and works closely with accountants, financial advisers and internal specialists to deliver joined-up advice. Recent investment and growth have created an excellent platform for lawyers who want quality work, stability and long-term development without sacrificing culture. Apply now or contact Harrison for a confidential discussion.