Private Client Solicitor

Ashville Knight; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Petersfield is looking for a motivated Private Client Solicitor to join their team. This role involves managing private client matters, providing legal advice on Wills and Trusts, and demonstrating compassion with clients. The successful candidate should have at least 1 year of relevant experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers flexible hours and a company pension.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience within Private Client law and managing caseloads.
• Proven track record of achieving billing targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Provide advice on Wills, Probate, and Trusts.
• Demonstrate a compassionate approach with clients.

Skills

Fee earning experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Networking skills

Business development skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (at least 1 years PQE)

STEP qualification (desirable)

Job description

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Our client is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join their busy team in their Petersfield office. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and client-focused solicitor to play a key role in providing expert legal services within a friendly and supportive team environment.

Key Areas of Focus:

• Court of Protection / Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
• Tax planning and advice
• Trust set up and administration
• Limited contentious probate work

Duties will include:

• Managing a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Providing advice on Wills, Probate and Estate administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection work and Trusts.
• Demonstrating a compassionate and sensitive approach when dealing with elderly or incapacitated clients.
• Proactively networking and marketing to generate new business and enhance the firm's reputation.
• Maintaining good billing records and meeting targets within the team.
• Experience of contentious probate work is desirable but not essential.

Desired skills:

• Fee earning experience essential within Private Client with at least 1 years PQE +.
• Proven track record of achieving targets.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• STEP qualification desired but not essential.
• Business development and networking skills.

What they offer:

• Full or part time hours considered.
• Company pension.

If you are a motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.