Private Client Locum

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their team on a locum basis. In this role, you will prepare and review wills, manage estate administration, and provide expert advice on trust structures and inheritance tax planning. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your expertise will directly impact clients' lives. If you are a qualified solicitor with a passion for private client work and a commitment to high standards, this role could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in wills, probate, and trusts.
• Strong analytical skills for addressing legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review wills, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Handle estate administration including grants of probate and asset distribution.

Skills

Wills and Probate

Trusts and Inheritance Tax

Estate Administration

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Location: Leeds
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Description: A well-established law firm in Leeds is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join the team on a locum basis.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and review wills, ensuring they reflect the client's wishes and comply with legal requirements.
2. Handle the administration of estates, including obtaining grants of probate, distributing assets, and resolving any related issues.
3. Advise clients on trust structures, inheritance tax planning, and other aspects of wealth management and preservation.
4. Draft and advise on lasting powers of attorney for property, financial affairs, and health and welfare.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with solid experience in areas such as wills, probate, trusts, inheritance tax, powers of attorney, and estate administration.
• In-depth understanding of laws related to estate planning, tax, inheritance, and trust law.
• High level of accuracy in drafting documents and reviewing legal files, ensuring all information is correct and compliant.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and address legal issues and disputes relating to estates, trusts, and wills.

For more information, please contact Amie Foley at Sellick Partnership, or apply within.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.