Private Client Solicitor

Law Staff Ltd; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus bonus

Flexible working

Health Insurance

Professional development opportunities

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor in Beaconsfield. The role involves managing a diverse caseload which includes wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration. This position requires a rare blend of skill and experience, particularly in supervising junior staff and business development. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years PQE and strong communication skills, alongside a proactive approach to client care. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in Private Client Law, with strong experience in wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning.
• Proven ability to manage your own caseload independently and efficiently.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff is desirable.
• Proactive business development mindset.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of private client matters, including wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration.
• Provide supervision and support to junior members of the team, ensuring high standards of work.
• Advise clients on complex matters, including inheritance tax planning, estate disputes, and trust administration.
• Advise clients on complex matters, including inheritance tax planning, estate disputes, and trust administration.
• Actively contribute to the business development of the department, helping to expand the firm's client base.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal regulations, keeping up-to-date with changes in private client law.

Skills

Private Client Law

Wills and Probate

Negotiation skills

Client care

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated solicitor to manage a varied caseload, supervise junior team members, and contribute to the continued success and growth of the firm's private client department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of private client matters, including wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration.
• Provide supervision and support to junior members of the team, ensuring high standards of work.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent client care at all stages of the legal process.
• Advise clients on complex matters, including inheritance tax planning, estate disputes, and trust administration.
• Actively contribute to the business development of the department, helping to expand the firm's client base.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal regulations, keeping up-to-date with changes in private client law.

Requirements

• Minimum3 years' PQE in Private Client Law, with strong experience in wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning.
• Proven ability to manage your own caseload independently and efficiently.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff is desirable.
• A proactive approach to business development and growing a private client practice.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client care skills.
• A professional, approachable, and empathetic attitude, with a strong desire to help clients navigate complex matters.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus bonus
• Flexible working
• Health Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Positive workplace culture

If you're a Private Client Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Victoria at Law Staff Limited quoting reference37005.

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