Private Client Lawyer

eNL Legal; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Health and well-being services

Support for genuine career progression

Pathways to partnership

Job summary

eNL Legal is seeking a talented Private Client Lawyer to join its award-winning team in Newcastle upon Tyne. With at least 2 years of experience, you will manage a varied caseload and advise clients on wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney and estate administration.

Develop and specialise your practice, work alongside a highly regarded practitioner, and benefit from clear progression pathways to Partnership or Directorship for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience managing an independent caseload
• strong client care skills and proactive approach
• ambition to develop career in a supportive environment
• experience advising on wills, probate, LPA, court of protection and estate administration

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload and advise on wills, probate, LPA, court of protection and estate administration
• Develop and specialise your private client practice
• Work closely with a leading practitioner
• Contribute to growth and client service excellence

Job description

JOB TITLE: Private Client Lawyer

PQE REQUIRED:2+

LOCATION: Newcastle Upon Tyne

SALARY:Up to £60,000 (DOE)

THE ROLE:

• A fantastic opportunity for a talented Private Client Lawyer to join a thriving and award winning team located in Newcastle upon Tyne has arisen.
• Manage a varied caseload and advise a diverse client base on matters including wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, court of protection, estate administration and contested estates.
• Develop and specialise your practice in areas of private client work that particularly interest you.
• Work closely with one of the regions most respected private client practitioners.
• Clear and supported pathways to Partnership or Directorship are on offer for the right individual.

THE CANDIDATE:

• This award winning firm is seeking applications from Private Client Lawyers who possess at least 2 years of experience managing an independent caseload.
• Candidates across a wide range of experience levels will be considered for this role, who can demonstrate strong client care skills, a proactive approach and an ambition to develop their career within a supportive, forward thinking environment.
• The successful candidate will have experience advising on wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, court of protection and estate administration.
• An eagerness to build long-term client relationships and contribute to the continued success of an established and growing department is crucial.

THE FIRM:

• Join an award winning firm which boasts a fantastic reputation for delivering high quality legal services.
• Work alongside a team led by a nationally recognised specialist which has received multiple industry awards for excellence.
• Benefit from a working environment which prioritises quality over volume, allowing practitioners to handle manageable caseloads, command higher value work and focus on delivering exceptional client service.

THE PACKAGE:

• Benefit and enjoy from an attractive benefits package which includes…
  • Flexible working arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
  • A range of health and well-being services.
  • Support for genuine career progression.
  • Pathways to partnership for the right candidate.

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At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.