Private Client Lawyer

eNL; Stafford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive benefits

Good work-life balance

Supportive team culture

Job summary

eNL is seeking a compassionate Private Client Lawyer with 2+ PQE to join our Staffordshire team. You will manage a varied caseload in Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trusts, delivering trusted advice with a personal touch.

You will supervise junior staff, ensure accurate billing and time recording, and contribute to the department's ongoing growth. The firm emphasises client care, work-life balance and a supportive, approachable culture in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience handling Wills, Probate and LPAs
• Strong client-facing and advisory skills
• Ability to supervise junior staff and manage billing

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of private client matters including Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trusts
• Supervise junior colleagues and support the department's growth
• Maintain client relationships and accurate billing and time recording

Skills

Private Client Law

Client communication

Time management

Mentoring

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Legal Executive certification

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Private Client Lawyer 2+PQE, Staffordshire, c£45,000 plus extensive benefits.

The firm are seeking a compassionate and motivated Solicitor / Legal Executive, 2+ PQE, to join their Wills & Probate team, managing a varied caseload and supporting colleagues while delivering outstanding client care. There will be opportunities to contribute to the department's future growth, working with a friendly and approachable team culture with work-life balance in mind.

PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR/LEGAL EXECUTIVE:

This role is about more than just technical expertise, it is about being a trusted adviser to individuals and families at key life moments. You will manage your own caseload of private client matters including Wills, Probate, LPAs and Trusts. Alongside this, you will provide supervision to junior colleagues and contribute to the department's continued success. Supervising and mentoring secretarial and junior fee earning staff, while delivering excellent client care and maintaining strong professional relationships. Ensuring accurate billing, time recording and credit control and supporting the promotion and business development of the department. You will succeed if you're empathetic, client-focused and confident in your expertise. This is a client focused law firm known for delivering trusted legal advice with a personal touch. The Wills & Probate department plays a vital role in supporting the community and they are proud of their reputation for professionalism and compassion.

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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.