Private Client lawyer

Fraser Dawbarns LLP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible and remote working opportunities

Pension

Health cash plan

Free flu jab

Staff events

25 days holiday

Company maternity/paternity/adoption pay

Discounted legal fees

Community involvement

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

Long service gifts

Leave for wedding/house move

Job summary

Fraser Dawbarns LLP is seeking a Private Client Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive to join its Private Client department across five offices, including Downham Market and Ely. The candidate will support clients in preparing Wills and Powers of Attorney while providing exemplary client care. The firm offers competitive salary, flexible working, professional development, and community involvement opportunities. This role is ideal for someone passionate about helping clients and families with their legal needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing Wills and managing Estate Administration.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build client relationships.
• Ability to handle applications to the Court of Protection.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in preparing Wills.
• Build relationships with clients and families.
• Prepare and register Power of Attorney.
• Submit applications to the Court of Protection.
• Provide advice on Estate Administration.

Skills

Client relationship management

Empathy and client care

Knowledge of Power of Attorney

Estate administration advice

Business development

Job description

Are you a Private Client Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive looking for your next role? We have an exciting opportunity within our Private Client department, based across our five offices.

As part of this role, you will:

• Support clients from the local community to prepare Wills to protect their assets and long-term wishes.
• Build long‑term relationships with clients and their families; providing supportive, empathetic and exemplary client care.
• Prepare and register all types of Power of Attorney.
• Submit applications to the Court of Protection.
• Support individuals to fulfil their obligations as a Personal Representative by providing advice and delivering our services for all matters relating to the Administration of Estates.
• Attend networking and business development opportunities to continue to develop Private Client and the wider firm.

In return, we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible and remote working opportunities
• Pension
• Health cash plan and counselling access (where the benefits increase with length of service)
• Free flu jab
• Staff events
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Company maternity/paternity/adoption pay
• Discounted legal fees for you and your family
• Community minded firm; regular charity support and involvement with community events
• Bonus opportunities
• Professional development and career progression
• Long service gifts
• Leave for wedding/house move

Location:

• Downham Market
• Ely
• King's Lynn
• March
• Wisbech