Private Client Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Law Firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor in Bedford, UK. The role involves managing your own caseload of private client files, primarily focusing on probate matters. Candidates should be qualified Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives with at least 3 years' PQE in Private Client work, excellent drafting skills, and strong communication abilities. This position offers the opportunity to support the development of the Private Client Department.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ PQE in Private Client work.
• Experience in handling probate matters.
• Ability to manage own caseload of files.

Responsibilities

• Handle own caseload of private client files.
• Focus primarily on probate matters.
• Support Directors in growing the department.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Strong communication skills

Technical knowledge in Private Client work

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

STEP qualification (preferred)

Job description

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MFK Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to join a leading Law Firm.

The firm has experienced consistent growth, and is now again looking for the right person to join their already sizable Private Client Department.

You will be in charge of handling your own caseload of private client files, primarily focusing on probate matters, which will include:

• Ancillary tasks (such as assents, registering life interest trusts, setting up and dissolving trusts, and deeds of variation)

Additionally, you will support the Directors in growing and developing the department as required.

The perfect Private Client Solicitor candidate will be:

• A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 3 years’ PQE in Private Client work
• Excellent drafting, writing, and communication skills, with strong technical knowledge
• STEP qualification preferred but not essential