Lawyer / Solicitor – Wills, Probate & Lifetime Planning

1-3 Years PQE | Kirkby | Full-Time or Part-Time (minimum 4 days)

Competitive Salary | Working Pattern: 9:00-5:00 Monday-Friday 

Are you a motivated Private Client Lawyer looking to develop your career in a supportive, successful, and experienced team?  

At Maxwell Hodge, our values of Team, Support, Guidance, Resilience and Learning shape the way we work. We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative team that shares knowledge, celebrates success, and supports career development. We believe that when our people thrive, they deliver the outstanding service our clients deserve.

The Role

You will manage your own varied private client caseload and provide exceptional client care, advising clients on:

  • Wills and estate planning
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Asset protection and care fee planning

Working closely with clients, you will provide clear, practical, and compassionate advice while progressing matters efficiently from instruction through to completion.

About You

You will:

  • Be a qualified Solicitor or Lawyer with 1-3 years’ PQE.
  • Have experience managing a varied private client caseload.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication and client care skills.
  • Be organised, proactive, and commercially aware.
  • Enjoy building strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Have an interest in networking and business development activities.

Why Join Maxwell Hodge?

We offer a supportive and collaborative culture focused on wellbeing, learning, and professional growth. Benefits include:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • 20-25 days’ annual leave (based on PQE), plus bank holidays and 3 additional Christmas closure days.
  • Hybrid working opportunities.
  • Paid sick leave, dependant’s leave, and birthday leave.
  • Employer Supported Volunteering.
  • Medicash healthcare scheme (eligible after probation).
  • Staff discounts on legal services (eligible after probation).
  • Wellbeing and social events.
  • Bonus and recognition schemes.
  • Regular performance and salary reviews.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or access support during the recruitment process.

Apply

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can develop your career, make a meaningful contribution and be part of a supportive and ambitious firm, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Sarah Boynton, Head of HR: sarahboynton@maxweb.co.uk or 01704 872156.