Private Client Lawyer

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Lawyer to join its growing and busy department. You will manage a full caseload of wills, probate, and estate administration matters, playing a key role in delivering expert legal advice within a friendly and supportive team.

What’s on Offer?

• Additional day off for your birthday
• Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Free parking
• Private medical care
• Pension scheme
• Company sick pay
• Free/subsidised legal fees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eyecare vouchers and flu jab voucher

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of wills, probate and estate administration matters
• Advise clients on Wills, Probate, Court of Protection Deputyships, Powers of Attorney and Private Trusts/Settlements
• Provide guidance on income and capital taxation, tax planning and long-term care planning where appropriate
• Handle matters from initial instruction through to completion, maintaining excellent client care standards
• Ensure compliance with professional standards as defined by the Office Manual, SRA and Lexcel
• Proactively maintain your professional development and keep up to date with legal changes
• Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives, including networking and representing the firm at events
• Support the ongoing growth and development of the department and firm

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (preferred)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a busy Private Client department
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate and estate administration
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and hit the ground running
• Experience using a case management system and accurate time recording
• Knowledge of Lexcel, SRA Standards & Regulations and Money Laundering Regulations

If you are an experienced Private Client Lawyer looking to join a highly regarded and long-established firm where your expertise will be valued and supported, we would love to hear from you.

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