Locum solicitor - private client

Locum Solicitor – Private Client
We are working with a highly regarded law firm with multiple offices across the South West, seeking an experienced Private Client Locum Solicitor to provide extended cover while they recruit for a permanent hire. This is a rolling contract offering flexibility and an excellent hourly rate.
Position Details:
Location: Multiple offices across the South West
Working Arrangement: Hybrid (1–2 days on site per week)
Contract Length: Ongoing (initial 6+ months, likely to extend)
Hourly Rate: £45 – £55 per hour (DOE, outside IR35)
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a broad caseload of private client matters including wills, trusts, estate planning, and non-contentious probate
Provide high-quality, tailored legal advice with professionalism and sensitivity
Draft and review legal documents efficiently and accurately
Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, or CILEX equivalent
Proven experience in private client work, particularly wills, trusts, and probate
Ability to handle caseloads independently and with minimal supervision
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
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