Private Client Associate (4+ PQE) up to Head of Department

William James Recruitment; Hinckley; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Flexible / Hybrid working

Free onsite parking

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Accessible to public transport

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in Hinckley seeks an ambitious Private Client Solicitor to join their expanding team. Ideal candidates will have 4+ PQE and strong expertise in wills, probate, and trusts. The firm offers a competitive salary, benefits like 25 days leave, hybrid working, and ongoing development. Contact Lauren Green for more details.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong technical knowledge of trusts and estates planning.
• Capable of managing an independent caseload with minimal supervision.
• Full STEP membership would be desirable.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet fee income targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Full STEP membership desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle a mixed Private Client caseload including wills and probate.
• Assist in driving forward the Private Client team.
• Advise on complex welfare and tax matters and client succession planning.
• Ensure high service standards and client relationship management.

Skills

Technical knowledge in Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney

Client care and communication skills

Ability to meet fee income targets

Client communication

Education

PQE of 4+ years or Senior Associate/Head of Department experience

Job description

Overview

Private Client Associate to Head of Department – Hinckley - Competitive Salary

Superb opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor, from mid-level to Head of Department, to join a thriving National Legal 500 Practice in their office in Hinckley. Due to the continued development and expansion of the firm, it is now seeking to appoint an experienced Private Client Solicitor and a new Head of Department to work alongside its existing team to assist in driving forward a highly regarded, award winning private client team. The firm is recognised across the globe for its outstanding client care and high-quality lawyers. Due to the development and expansion of the firm’s Private Client Team, it is now seeking to appoint an Associate and Head of Department to work alongside its existing Private Client Team, handling a mixed Private Client caseload to include wills, probate, trusts and estates planning.

The Candidate

• Associate 4+ PQE or 8+ Senior Associate / Head of Department


• Strong technical knowledge in Wills, Probate, Powers of Attorney and Inheritance Tax and Trusts


• Confident managing an independent caseload with minimal supervision


• Excellent client care and communication skills


• Proven ability to meet fee income targets in a fast-paced environment


• Full STEP membership would be desirable

Benefits & How to Apply

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays


• Flexible / Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home dependant on experience)


• Free onsite parking


• Company pension


• Ongoing training and development


• Accessible to public transport

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Lauren Green, Retained Consultant

Email: [e-mail]

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients including a range of Legal 500 firms.