Location: Cardiff/Chepstow 

Full-time | Part Time Competitive salary + benefits

Make a real difference with your expertise at our Award Winning South Wales based Firm.

At Hopkins Law, we believe that private client work is about more than documents — it’s about people. Our team supports individuals and families with empathy, professionalism, and exceptional legal insight. We’re now looking for a mid-level Private Client Solicitor to join our growing department and play a key role in delivering our trusted, personal service.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll manage your own varied caseload of private client matters, including:

• Drafting wills, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney
• Handling estate administration and probate
• Advising on inheritance tax and succession planning
• Supporting elderly and vulnerable clients with care and sensitivity
• Building long-term client relationships and contributing to the firm’s continued growth

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings both technical skill and a human touch. You’ll ideally have:

• Around 3–6 years PQE in private client law
• Strong knowledge of wills, probate, trusts, and tax planning
• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach
• The confidence to manage your own files with autonomy
• A genuine passion for helping people navigate complex life decisions

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Genuine opportunities for progression and professional development
• A supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking team culture
• The chance to work with a respected, well-established Welsh law firm known for quality, care and technical expertise
• Ready to take the next step?
• If you’re looking for a role where your expertise will be valued — and your work truly matters — we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV and a short cover letter to lfarthing@hopkinslawltd.com

We are a long established and leading regional law practice. The firm is a progressive modern practice serving individuals in all aspects of their lives. We are a full-service law firm with offices along the M4 corridor so ideally placed for clients.
The firm strives to provide the best and highest quality service to our clients whilst maintaining a friendly and professional approach
The opportunity:-

• Working alongside experienced legal professionals and supporting them with their daily caseload in Cowbridge Vale if Glamorgan
• Duties include but are not limited to: making appointments, diary management, general administration, typing, managing documents, handle telephone calls, filing, using case management systems, word processing, data entry
• Liaise with solicitors, estate agents, lenders, clients, colleagues and relevant parties
• Opening and Closing files
• You will be taking your own initiative and be organised for daily tasks

• Effective monitoring and scrutiny of files ensuring timescales are met and that paperwork is processed, filed and kept up-to-date using ALB for all matters.

• Preparing documents for signature
• There will be further training given for self-development

• Working alongside Rhian Howells and the Family department
• Assisting Rhian in matters at all stages
• Dealing with credit and debit balances and ledger reviews.
• Attending Court instructing Counsel
• Attending conferences with Counsel both in person and remote
• Preparing hearing bundles, statements ,financial statements and other documents in connection with family matters under the supervision of Rhian Howells or the Family department

What’s needed for me to be considered:-

• You will be a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant with a minimum of 1 years’ recent experience of working in the Legal sector
• Excellent organisation, time-management and communication skills
• Experience of using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent at client care
• Motivated with a positive attitude
• Able to multitask, prioritise and work calmly, with accuracy under pressure
• Working alongside the wider team helping with any other office administration tasks required by members of the team.

What next?
Apply today to be considered for this opportunity:- HR@hopkinslawltd.com
Applications are encouraged from individuals with experience of working within a legal administrative / assistant role. This role is to support the team and will offer the opportunity for the right candidate to progress their career.
This is a great opportunity to join an award winning, contemporary firm as part of a friendly team who are highly regarded in the region.
This would suit:

• Recent Law Graduate

• Experience within a legal environment

• Excellent Administration and Organisation Skills

• Willing to learn.

• Have great attention to detail.

We are an Award Winning law firm based across 3 offices in South Wales. Due to the success of our Property team we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Residential Property Lawyer to join our Chepstow office.

With super links across the M4 and into Bristol and beyond our Chepstow office continues to expand. The role involves managing a diverse caseload of residential property transactions, providing expert legal advice, and building strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in residential conveyancing, strong communication skills, and a commitment to delivering excellent client service. 

Residential Property Lawyer 

Location: Chepstow.

About the Firm:

We are a well-established Award Winning law firm known for our expertise in property law and our commitment to providing high-quality legal services to each and every client. We pride ourselves on our supportive and collaborative work environment, fostering career development and offering opportunities for growth. 

About the Role:

We are seeking a Residential Property Lawyer to join our busy and thriving property team. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Handling a varied caseload of residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers of equity. 
• Providing expert legal advice and guidance to clients throughout the conveyancing process. 
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, such as contracts and leases. 
• Managing the conveyancing process from initial instruction through to completion. 
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships. 
• Working effectively as part of a team and contributing to the overall success of the department. 
• Staying up-to-date with changes in property law and conveyancing procedures. 

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with 3+ years PQE (experience may be flexible for the right candidate). 
• Proven experience in handling residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers of equity. 
• Strong knowledge of property law and conveyancing procedures. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client care skills. 
• Ability to manage a busy caseload effectively and prioritise tasks. 
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• A commercial approach and a desire to build client relationships. 

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Potential for career progression and professional development.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension.
• Possible hybrid working model (4 days in the office, 1 from home).
• Part time will be considered
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

To Apply:

If you are a talented and ambitious Residential Property Lawyer looking for a rewarding career opportunity, whether full time or part time, employed or as a self-employed Consultant please submit your CV and a covering letter to Liane Farthing lfarthing@hopkinslawltd.com

Due to increasing levels of instructions, we are looking for a Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal to work in our Residential Property team based at our Chepstow office.

We have made a conscious decision that all of our work will be non-Panel. Our clients are very important to us and that is why they keep returning to us for the first class personal service we provide – and why our Chepstow office is busier than ever.

As a result of this success, we are looking for an experienced Senior Property Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will provide direct support to one of our Senior Property Lawyers in a busy Conveyancing department.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:-

• Preparing quotes, liaising with potential clients and assisting with queries, through to successful instruction.
• Liaising with clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary.
• Assisting the Property Lawyers in the management of their caseload by undertaking legal procedures as supervised by the Lawyer.
• Requesting appropriate searches
• Assist with file related queries ensuring client service levels and client standards are always adhered to.
• Ensure clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Lawyers. 
• Process post and e-mails in accordance with the firm’s time scales and procedures.
• Pprogress cases on a timely and effective basis in accordance with professional standards, internal procedures, key dates and milestones.
• Updating the case management system/lenders systems as appropriate to ensure compliance.
• Making applications to Land Registry.
• Dealing with the Land Registry, Mortgage Lenders and other relevant parties
• Preparing files and closing and archiving.
• Undertaking training as appropriate. This may include (but is not limited to) firm training, regulatory training and developmental training (if appropriate).

What are we looking for

• A Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal or a Legal Assistant looking for their next career step with 3 years + experience in Residential Property matters
• Someone who can operate effectively as part of a team with excellent organisation skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and enjoy being part of a busy team
• Computer literacy and use of a Case Management system
• A committed attitude and copes effectively with an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• The ability to communicate clearly and accurately to clients and other parties
• Use of initiative
• Excellent telephone manner

What you will get in return 

The salary for this position would be £24,000 to £28,000 depending on experience.

Other Benefits

• Workplace pension scheme
• Modern offices
• Employee of the Month with bonus voucher
• Extra day off for your birthday ( after 2 years )
• Reduced conveyancing fees ( after 2 years)

For more information about this role please contact Liane Farthing at Hopkins Law lfarthing@hopkinslawltd.com with a CV and covering letter.

As part of our drive for expansion & to meet increasing client demand, we’re interested in acquiring solicitor practices & recruiting consultant solicitors/fee-earners to work within our care, family and private client departments.

If you’re thinking of retiring or changing direction, maybe now is the time to have a chat with us. Excellent terms are available. Contact kmordey@hopkinslawltd.com in the first instance for an initial confidential discussion.