Private Client Solicitor

A well-established, forward-thinking law firm with a strong regional reputation and national backing is looking to appoint an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive (5 PQE+) to join their East Lancashire office in Padiham, near Burnley.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, expert team known for delivering clear, practical advice with a personal touch — trusted by high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners right across the North West.

The role
You’ll take on a varied and interesting caseload, working with high-net-worth clients on matters such as:

• Estate planning and administration
• Wills and trusts
• Tax-efficient strategies for wealth preservation
• Succession planning for family businesses

What they’re looking for
You’ll be an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with:

• The confidence to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
• A personable, client-first approach
• Experience advising high-net-worth clients
• A desire to support and mentor others within a supportive team environment
• STEP qualification (advantageous but not essential)

Why join them?
This firm combines over 60 years of legal excellence with a modern, down-to-earth culture. As part of a national legal group, they benefit from investment in technology, people, and growth — giving you the tools and support to thrive.

You’ll enjoy:

• Autonomy and leadership within a respected regional office
• Access to quality work with high-net-worth clients
• Career progression through a national platform
• A genuinely collaborative, supportive culture
• Strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance

This is a rare opportunity to join a leading Private Client team within a firm that’s locally rooted and nationally backed.  If you would like a confidential discussion please call Justine on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk