Private Client Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to provide expert legal services in Norfolk. The role includes managing a diverse caseload, building client relationships, and supporting junior team members. Ideal candidates are experienced, compassionate, and must have a valid practising certificate. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Health insurance

Pension scheme

Performance-based bonuses

Qualifications

• Valid practising certificate in England and Wales.
• Proven track record of handling complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on private client matters.
• Manage and develop a caseload with minimal supervision.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Participate in business development activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Client-focused approach

Strong organizational skills

Ability to manage diverse caseload

Education

Qualified solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Minimum 2 years PQE experience in private client

Job description

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We are seeking a talented Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our dynamic team and provide comprehensive legal services to individuals across the region. The successful candidate will be a dedicated, experienced and client focused lawyer who thrives in a supportive yet challenging environment. This role requires someone who has excellent communication skills with a compassionate and professional approach to client care.

Location: Fakenham, Holt or Sheringham

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Type: Hybrid available with requirement for 2-3 days in office

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of private client matters, including Wills and Estate Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate and Estate Administration. Experience in one or more of the following areas would be an advantage: Trusts and Inheritance Planning, Deputyships, Elderly Client Affairs.
• Manage and develop a caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring a high level of client care and legal expertise.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, offering bespoke and empathetic advice tailored to individual needs.
• Support and mentor junior team members as needed, contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Stay informed of changes in relevant laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and providing up-to-date advice to clients
• Participate in business development activities to promote the firm and expand the private client department, including attending networking events, developing referral relationships, and providing content for legal articles.

Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a valid practising certificate in England and Wales.
• Minimum 2 years of PQE experience in private client, with a proven track record of handling complex cases.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and work to deadlines, both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A proactive, adaptable, and compassionate approach to client care.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as travel between offices and to client meetings may be required.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
• Hybrid working arrangement, allowing a flexible balance of remote and in-office work.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture with regular training and development sessions.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and performance-based bonuses.

About Us: We are a long-established and reputable law firm based in the beautiful county of Norfolk, with offices in Holt, Sheringham, Fakenham, King's Lynn, and Swaffham. For generations, we have delivered exceptional legal services, earning a reputation for excellence and reliability. We pride ourselves on being a ‘safe pair of hands’ to all our clients.

We specialise in multiple areas of law including Commercial and Residential Conveyancing, Family Law, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Administration of Estates, Wills and Trusts, Inheritance Tax advice and Estate Planning, Elderly Client Services, Employment Law, Business and Company Law, Dispute Resolution, and Agricultural Law.