Private Client Lawyer - Chalfront St Giles

Henderson Scott Limited; Chalfont St Giles; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire
Job Type: Full-time (circa 2-3 years PQE) or Part-time (3 days/week for more experienced candidates)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

A well-established and growing law firm in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its busy and expanding Private Client department. This role is open to candidates with approximately 2-3 years of post-qualification experience looking for a full-time position, or to more experienced practitioners interested in a part-time role (3 days per week).

The Role
Reporting to the Head of Private Client, the successful candidate will manage their own varied caseload, advising clients on a range of matters including:

• Wills
• Estate Administration
• Court of Protection matters
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Deeds of Variation
• Inheritance Tax Planning
• Trusts

Key Skills and Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge in Private Client law
• Confidence in handling a caseload independently
• Excellent organisational skills, including time, file, and diary management
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• An empathetic, approachable, and client-focused manner
• IT proficiency, particularly in Outlook, Word, and Excel
• A positive and proactive attitude with the ability to work well within a team

Who Should Apply
This opportunity is ideal for a Private Client lawyer looking to develop their career within a friendly, fast-paced firm. Candidates should be committed to delivering high-quality client service and contributing to the continued success of the Private Client team.