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Private Client Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE) Location: Edinburgh Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent, Full‑time The Opportunity An established and highly regarded private client practice is seeking a Newly Qualified or Qualified Solicitor (up to 2 years’ PQE) to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career within a specialist private client environment, working with a high‑quality client base and alongside experienced practitioners. The role would suit a solicitor looking to consolidate and expand their private client experience within a supportive and collaborative setting. The Role You will manage your own varied caseload while also supporting senior colleagues on more complex matters. The work will include exposure to: • Wills and estate planning • Powers of Attorney • Succession and tax planning • Family and business governance matters • Trusts and related private client work • Supporting dispute resolution and mediation matters where required You will be encouraged to take responsibility for client relationships and to deliver a consistently high standard of client care. The Candidate Applicants should have experience in private client work, either from a trainee seat or post‑qualification role within a commercial or private client firm. The successful candidate will demonstrate: • Relevant private client experience, ideally involving HNW individuals • The ability to manage a busy and varied workload • Strong written and verbal communication skills • A professional and empathetic client‑focused approach • The ability to work collaboratively as part of a close‑knit team NQ solicitors and those up to 2 years’ PQE are encouraged to apply. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary reflective of experience • Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays • Enhanced holiday allowance with length of service • Life assurance from day one • Critical illness cover after qualifying period • A supportive environment with strong long‑term career prospects To find out more, please contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email [email protected] LI-DNI