- Salary
- £35k – £50k/yr
- Location
- Truro, Cornwall
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Legal
- Closing date
- Today
Description
Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers is delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Lawyer to join a thriving practice in Truro. Part-qualified candidates working towards qualification are also welcome to apply.
This is a standout opportunity to build a long-term career in private client work, with a steady flow of high-value instructions and real room to shape your own caseload.
About the Client
Our client is a well-regarded independent law firm in the heart of Truro, with a strong local reputation and loyal client base. The firm has been recognised with industry awards for its quality of work and supportive culture.
The Private Client department is one of the firm’s strongest, known for its client-focused approach and steady pipeline of high-net-worth work.
About the Role
You will manage a broad private client caseload, with appropriate supervision. This spans wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, Powers of Attorney and Deputyship work. There’s genuine scope to shape your caseload around your interests, with strong client exposure and support for ongoing development.
The role is based in a modern, open-plan city-centre office. Part-time and flexible arrangements will be considered.
Private Client Lawyer Responsibilities
- Managing a varied private client caseload including Wills, Trusts, Probate and Estate Administration
- Advising on Inheritance Tax and estate planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship applications
- Drafting Wills, Trust instruments and related documentation, and overseeing ongoing Trust management
- Handling Grant of Probate applications, Deeds of Variation and Estate distribution, liaising with Executors and beneficiaries
- Working closely with accountants, financial advisers and other professionals
- Ensuring compliance with AML, source of funds and other regulatory requirements
- Collaborating with colleagues across the Property and Litigation departments
- Supporting departmental growth through strong client care, commercial awareness and effective file management
Private Client Lawyer Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, or actively progressing towards qualification via CILEX or SQE
- Experience managing your own private client caseload, with appropriate supervision
- Strong knowledge of wills, trusts and probate work
- Confident communicator with strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Sound understanding of AML compliance and regulatory obligations
- Organised and capable of managing competing priorities
- Commercially aware, proactive and collaborative approach
- Experience in elderly client services would be advantageous
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus scheme
- 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
- Generous Christmas and New Year office closure
- Free city centre parking (subject to availability)
- Company pension scheme
- Free or subsidised legal services
- Support with study leave and career progression
- Practising Certificate costs covered
- Flexible and home working considered
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be technically capable and client-focused, keen to grow within a supportive team. You’ll be comfortable managing a varied caseload with appropriate supervision. You should be confident building relationships with clients and professional contacts, and genuinely motivated to contribute to the department’s success.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers: