Job Title: NQ Private Client Solicitor
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to join our established and well-regarded Private Client team based in Cheltenham. This role is ideally suited to a junior solicitor who is genuinely committed to building a long-term career in Private Client law and is looking to develop within a supportive, experienced team.
You will join a team of three, working closely alongside an experienced Partner and two experienced paralegals. The appointment will allow the Partner to focus on more complex matters, while you develop your own caseload and progressively take on greater responsibility.
This role also presents a clear succession planning opportunity for an ambitious and capable junior Private Client lawyer keen to progress their career.
Applications from Newly Qualified Solicitors are welcome.
The Role
* Managing your own caseload of Private Client matters, appropriate to NQ level
* Supporting the Partner on complex and technical work as required
* Handling a range of Private Client matters including wills, probate, estate administration, LPAs and trusts
* Working collaboratively with paralegals and the wider team
* Developing strong client relationships and delivering high-quality client care
* Building technical capability with structured supervision and mentoring
The Ideal Candidate
* Newly Qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest in Private Client law
* Relevant experience gained during a training contract or prior Private Client exposure
* Ambitious, reliable and keen to develop a long-term role within the firm
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Based in, or within commutable distance of, Cheltenham and the surrounding Gloucestershire area
Why Join
* Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Private Client Partner
* Clear progression and succession planning for the right candidate
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* High-quality Private Client work with long-term career prospects
* Stable and established Gloucestershire-based practice
Candidates wanting to apply for this position should contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge (07770109301 / ).