Legal Executive Private Client
CV-LibraryCity of London, LondonpermanentPosted: 14 May 2026
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London | Law Firm | Full-time, Permanent
A well-established law firm is seeking a Private Client Legal Executive to join its respected private client team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client Legal Executive to manage a varied caseload of wills, probate, estate administration, trusts and lasting powers of attorney matters. The successful Private Client Legal Executive will work closely with solicitors, partners and clients, providing high-quality support and advice across a broad range of private client work.
The firm is looking for a proactive, client-focused and detail-driven Private Client Legal Executive who can confidently manage matters from initial instruction through to completion, while delivering a professional and sensitive service to individuals and families.
The Role
The Private Client Legal Executive will be responsible for:
Managing a varied caseload of private client matters
Drafting wills, codicils and letters of wishes
Advising on and preparing lasting powers of attorney
Supporting clients with probate and estate administration
Assisting with trusts, inheritance tax planning and succession matters
Preparing legal documents, correspondence and client reports
Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, executors, trustees, HMRC and third parties
Maintaining accurate files, case notes and compliance records
Managing deadlines, key dates and client expectations
Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships
The Private Client Legal Executive
The successful Private Client Legal Executive will ideally have:
Previous experience within a private client department
Experience handling wills, probate, estate administration and LPAs
CILEX qualification, or working towards CILEX, would be advantageous
Strong technical knowledge of private client matters
Excellent communication and client care skills
The ability to manage a caseload with supervision where required
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
A sensitive, professional and empathetic approach
Confidence working with clients, families and professional contacts
The Firm
This law firm offers a supportive, professional and collaborative working environment, with the opportunity to work on high-quality private client matters. The successful Private Client Legal Executive will join an experienced team that values client care, technical accuracy and long-term career development.
This role would suit a Private Client Legal Executive looking to develop their career within a reputable firm and take on a varied, client-facing caseload.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Full-time, permanent position
Supportive private client team
Varied wills, probate, trusts and LPA caseload
Excellent career development opportunity
Professional and client-focused working environment
Opportunity to work closely with experienced solicitors and partners
Apply
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Private Client Legal Executive looking to join a respected law firm and develop their career within a busy private client department.
For more information, please apply or contact the team for a confidential discussion
London | Law Firm | Full-time, Permanent
A well-established law firm is seeking a Private Client Legal Executive to join its respected private client team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client Legal Executive to manage a varied caseload of wills, probate, estate administration, trusts and lasting powers of attorney matters. The successful Private Client Legal Executive will work closely with solicitors, partners and clients, providing high-quality support and advice across a broad range of private client work.
The firm is looking for a proactive, client-focused and detail-driven Private Client Legal Executive who can confidently manage matters from initial instruction through to completion, while delivering a professional and sensitive service to individuals and families.
The Role
The Private Client Legal Executive will be responsible for:
Managing a varied caseload of private client matters
Drafting wills, codicils and letters of wishes
Advising on and preparing lasting powers of attorney
Supporting clients with probate and estate administration
Assisting with trusts, inheritance tax planning and succession matters
Preparing legal documents, correspondence and client reports
Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, executors, trustees, HMRC and third parties
Maintaining accurate files, case notes and compliance records
Managing deadlines, key dates and client expectations
Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships
The Private Client Legal Executive
The successful Private Client Legal Executive will ideally have:
Previous experience within a private client department
Experience handling wills, probate, estate administration and LPAs
CILEX qualification, or working towards CILEX, would be advantageous
Strong technical knowledge of private client matters
Excellent communication and client care skills
The ability to manage a caseload with supervision where required
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
A sensitive, professional and empathetic approach
Confidence working with clients, families and professional contacts
The Firm
This law firm offers a supportive, professional and collaborative working environment, with the opportunity to work on high-quality private client matters. The successful Private Client Legal Executive will join an experienced team that values client care, technical accuracy and long-term career development.
This role would suit a Private Client Legal Executive looking to develop their career within a reputable firm and take on a varied, client-facing caseload.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Full-time, permanent position
Supportive private client team
Varied wills, probate, trusts and LPA caseload
Excellent career development opportunity
Professional and client-focused working environment
Opportunity to work closely with experienced solicitors and partners
Apply
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Private Client Legal Executive looking to join a respected law firm and develop their career within a busy private client department.
For more information, please apply or contact the team for a confidential discussion