Locum Private Client Lawyer – Hybrid & Caseload Ready

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Competitive hourly rates

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

An established law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Locum Private Client Lawyer to support during a period of increased workload and planned annual leave within the team. The assignment is to run for an initial 3-6 months with potential extension.

You will hit the ground running with minimal supervision and manage an existing caseload from day one. The role covers Wills, LPAs, probate, estate planning, Deputyship and Court of Protection work, with a focus on high-net-worth

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience handling private client matters.
• Strong knowledge of Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trusts.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload autonomously.
• Locum or consultancy experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and LPAs.
• Estate administration and probate matters.
• Advising on inheritance tax and estate planning.
• Deputyship and Court of Protection applications.
• Trust creation, administration and advice.
• Managing client relationships and progression of files.
• Providing technical support to junior members of the team.

Skills

Caseload management

Wills, LPAs, Trusts

Client care & communication

Autonomous work

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Legal Executive / Fee Earner

Job description

An established and highly regarded law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Locum Private Client Lawyer to provide support during a period of increased workload and planned annual leave within the team.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and collaborative private client department handling a varied caseload of high-net-worth and traditional private client matters. The assignment is expected to run for an initial 3-6 months, with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision and manage an existing caseload from day one.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Estate administration and probate matters
• Advising on inheritance tax and estate planning
• Deputyship and Court of Protection applications
• Trust creation, administration and advice
• Managing client relationships and progression of files
• Providing technical support to junior members of the team where required

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced Fee Earner

Required Skills

• Minimum 3 years' experience handling private client matters
• Strong knowledge of Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trusts
• Ability to manage a caseload autonomously
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Previous locum or consultancy experience would be advantageous but is not essential

Preferred Skills

• Previous locum or consultancy experience would be advantageous but is not essential

Pay range and compensation package

• ⏰ Full-Time Preferred | Part-Time Considered
• ✅ Competitive hourly rates paid weekly
• ✅ Hybrid working arrangement
• ✅ Friendly and supportive team environment
• ✅ High-quality existing caseload
• ✅ Potential for assignment extension
• ✅ Quick start available on Start Date: The firm is looking to interview immediately with an anticipated start date within the next 2-3 weeks.