Solicitor

Tees Law is a Top 200 UK law firm, with over 400 dedicated professionals across our six offices. We offer expert legal services and independent financial advice to a wide range of clients, including individuals, businesses, professional partnerships, charities, schools, multi-academy trusts, and national corporations.

Founded in 1913, Tees has grown from a traditional family firm with strong community roots into a modern, forward-thinking practice. Our vision is simple: to be the firm of choice for exceptional service, quality of life and doing business responsibly.

At Tees, we believe in open, honest, and empathetic communication. No matter how complex the situation, we offer clear, long-term solutions tailored to each client's needs. Drawing on over a century of experience, we proactively anticipate challenges and share insights to help our clients achieve a better future.

Our mission: helping people to a better future.

About the role

We are looking for a motivated Solicitor to join our dynamic Private Client team in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to take the next step in their career, working on a portfolio of clients with specific needs in Wills, Trusts, Tax, and Probate.

What this role would include

1. Drafting wills.
2. Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney and advising generally on client issues including Deputyships and other Court of Protection applications, being sympathetic to the particular needs of elderly clients.
3. Advising clients on basic Inheritance Tax Planning, including Inheritance Tax exemptions and reliefs.

What we are looking for

While the following skills and qualifications are beneficial, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement:

1. A qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with 1 year + PQE in Private Client law.
2. Can demonstrate passion for and delivering a high level of client service including responsiveness and accessibility; innovative, positive, and client-focused attitude.
3. Can demonstrate strong commercial awareness and acumen.

Our commitment to you

At Tees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and career growth, including:

Professional Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.

Health and Wellness: Permanent health insurance, wellness programs, and mental health support.

Financial Benefits: Competitive salaries and discretionary payments.

Supportive Work Environment: An inclusive and collaborative culture that values diversity.

Work-Life Balance: Generous annual leave, plus birthday off.

At Tees, diversity and inclusion are the heart of our vision for a better and more equitable future. We embrace diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, and socioeconomic background. We recognize that by embracing diversity, we can harness the collective power of our employees and create a culture that promotes collaboration, empathy, and understanding.

By prioritizing diversity and inclusion, we believe that we create a more innovative, creative, and compassionate workplace. Our diverse perspectives lead to better problem-solving and enhanced decision-making, enabling us to better serve our customers and make a positive impact.