Private Client Solicitor (NQ - 3 years PQE)

Job Description

Oculus Legal Group are delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly respected Scottish law firm with the appointment of a Private Client Solicitor at NQ–3 years’ PQE to join its Glasgow city-centre team. This is one of those opportunities where I think the firm itself is a big part of the attraction. You’ll be joining an established Private Client team within a respected Glasgow practice, working alongside experienced practitioners and advising a broad client base across a varied range of Private Client matters.

Why Join?

• Established Glasgow practice – Join a respected Scottish firm with a strong presence in the Glasgow market and longstanding client relationships.
• Established Private Client team – Work alongside experienced practitioners with the opportunity to continue developing your technical knowledge and experience.
• Quality client work – Advise individuals, families and business owners across a varied Private Client caseload.
• City-centre location – A convenient Glasgow city-centre office, easily accessible by public transport.
• Supportive environment – Work alongside experienced colleagues who can offer guidance and support as you continue to develop your career.
• Long-term opportunity – A role where you can build your technical expertise, client relationships and career within an established Scottish practice and undertake STEP. 

The Role

You’ll become part of an established Private Client team, taking responsibility for a varied caseload while continuing to develop your technical expertise.

The work will include areas such as:

• Wills and succession planning
• Executries and estate administration
• Powers of Attorney
• Advising individuals, families and business owners
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships

There will also be the opportunity to work alongside more senior colleagues on complex trust matters, giving you the chance to broaden your experience and develop your technical skillset.

About You

Our client is keen to speak with Scottish Qualified Solicitors from NQ to 3 years’ PQE with a genuine interest in developing their career within Private Client.

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience across a range of Private Client matters
• Strong technical and drafting ability
• The confidence to manage your own caseload, with appropriate support
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills
• A genuine interest in developing your Private Client career
• The ambition to continue building your technical expertise and client relationships

For NQ candidates, ideally you will have completed a minimum of 12 months’ Private Client experience during your traineeship.

Whether you’re actively considering a move or simply curious about what else is available, I’d be delighted to have a confidential conversation.

Next Steps

Interested? Please apply via the Apply Now link or contact Hugh Hardie directly for a confidential discussion.

Email: hugh.hardie@oculuslegalgroup.com
Mobile: 07972 844 894
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/hughhardie/

This opportunity is being handled by Oculus Legal Group. I work closely with established Scottish law firms on strategic appointments across Private Client and other specialist areas. If you're considering your next move, or simply want a confidential conversation about the Scottish Private Client market, I'd be delighted to hear from you, please do get in touch on the above details.