Job Description
Salary: Competitive
An opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join a law firm specialising in family law, private client matters and property law, with a focus on legal expertise and client care.
As a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage a varied private client caseload, support the development of the team and contribute to the department’s performance and growth.
This role is primarily office-based, with some flexibility for home working offering a salary of £40,000 - £60,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing your own caseload covering Wills, probate and Powers of Attorney, with Court of Protection and deputyship matters where appropriate.
* Advising clients on a range of private client matters, including services for older clients.
* Maintaining accurate and efficient case files in line with internal procedures, regulatory requirements and professional standards.
* Working towards agreed fee-earning and time-recording targets.
* Developing client relationships and contributing to business development and marketing activities.
* Supervising and mentoring junior team members, including supporting another solicitor in developing their expertise in more complex trusts, probate and estate administration matters.
* Maintaining the department’s Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS) accreditation.
What we are looking for
* A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
* Approx. 5 years PQE in private client law is highly preferable.
* Ideally have STEP qualification or membership.
* A client-focused, practical and flexible approach to work.
* A strong track record of independently managing a private client caseload covering the full range of relevant matters.
The candidates from the following background will be considered:
* Private Client Solicitor, Private Client Lawyer, Chartered Legal Executive, Legal Executive, Senior Private Client Solicitor, Private Client Executive, Head of Private client, Wills and Probate Solicitor, Wills and Probate Lawyer, Probate Solicitor, Probate Lawyer or in a similar role.
What’s on offer
* Competitive Salary.
* Workplace pension.
* On-site parking.
* Annual leave, with entitlement increasing with service up to the stated maximum.
* Christmas office closure.
* An additional day off for your birthday
* Paid sick leave, subject to eligibility after completing the required service period.
This is a great opportunity for a Private client solicitor looking for a senior role combining hands-on case management with team development.
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