Private Client Lawyer - Essex

BWF Legal Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in the UK seeks an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive. The role involves managing a varied caseload, offering tailored advice, and leading the department with opportunities for career growth, including routes to Head of Department and Partnership.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Generous holiday

Pension scheme

Flexible/hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing private client matters with empathy and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on varied private client matters.
• Manage a diverse caseload from straightforward to complex.
• Build lasting relationships with clients.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

5-7 PQE in private client law

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a dynamic and innovative private practice. The firm fosters a family-friendly culture and values creativity and entrepreneurship. With a strong commitment to investing in their staff and an exciting opportunity for career growth due to succession planning, this role offers a route to Head of Department and a route to Partnership opportunity.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with the private client team, taking on a diverse and challenging caseload that includes high-quality, complex matters. You'll be involved in a wide range of private client work, including Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs). You will take over the responsibility of the department, manage budgets, complex matters and the team, so leadership qualities and raising the department's visibility are key elements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to clients on a range of private client matters
• Manage a varied and interesting caseload, from straightforward to complex private client matters
• Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with clients, offering tailored advice that meets their unique needs
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team, contributing to the overall success of the department

Requirements

• Ideally 5-7 PQE in private client law
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to manage sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Generous holiday
• Pension scheme
• Flexible/hybrid working

If you want to join a highly successful, modern and agile firm offering a defined career path, apply today!

How to Apply
Send your CV to [e-mail] or contact Kingsley Raffael in confidence on 01279 464455.