Job DescriptionWe are working with a local law firm with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal services. They pride themselves on their client-focused approach and commitment to delivering exceptional results.
They currently require a dedicated and experienced Private Client Solicitor or Fee Earner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload, with a particular emphasis on estate administration. You will provide expert legal advice to our clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and empathy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a diverse caseload of private client matters, with a focus on estate administration.
- Handling probate and estate administration from start to finish.
- Advising clients on estate planning and inheritance tax issues.
- Drafting wills, powers of attorney, and trust documents.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant legal standards and regulations.
Requirements:
- 2 year+ PQE private client solicitor/FILEX/CLC or similar experienced Fee Earner.
- Strong knowledge of probate, estate administration, wills, and trusts.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to deadlines.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Commitment to providing outstanding client service.
- Track record of consistent billing.
Benefits:
- Salary from £40,000 to £55,000 per year dependent on experience.
- 23 days rising to 25 days holidays (after five years service) plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme.
- Car parking pass.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment with expert support from our head of department on the contentious aspects of any estate administration
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Summer and Christmas parties
- Well-being support
- Enhanced contractual sick pay