2 x Private Client Solicitors

Clayton legal; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Halifax seeks two Solicitors for their Private Client team, offering a mix of client contact, estate planning, and opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of PQE and will benefit from excellent training and personal development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Increased holiday entitlement with service

Ongoing staff training

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Solicitors needed with minimum 2 years PQE.
• Support offered for those pursuing relevant qualifications.
• Ideal candidates may hold STEP qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Administration of estates and trusts.
• Extensive client contact, including home visits.

Skills

Client Contact

Estate Administration

Will Drafting

Power of Attorney Drafting

Education

Minimum 2 years PQE

Membership of Association of Lifetime Lawyers

STEP qualifications (preferred)

Job description

Our client is a friendly and established law firm thats been serving the Calderdale and Kirklees areas since its inception in the late 1880s.

As a trusted firm, it has built a loyal client base across West Yorkshire and beyond.

The firm is committed to giving back to the local community and proudly supports various charities across the region.

Due to an increase in instructions, their Private Client team is seeking 2 Solicitors to join their team in either Halifax or Huddersfield.



The roles involve extensive client contact, including home visits, and offers interesting and challenging work.

Responsibilities include Will and Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) drafting, as well as the administration of estates and trusts.

These roles are well suited to someone looking to progress their career and take on more complex matters within a supportive environment.

Support will be provided to those already pursuing relevant qualifications.

A minimum of 2 years PQE or equivalent is required, and although not essential, the ideal candidate will be a member of the Association of Lifetime Lawyers or be undertaking or holding STEP qualifications.

Candidates applying for the Private Client Lawyer role will benefit from:

- A competitive salary
- A holiday entitlement that exceeds the minimum and increases with the length of service
- Ongoing staff training opportunities
- Regular social events bringing together staff from all offices