Private Client Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Chalfont St Giles; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious law firm in Buckinghamshire is seeking a dedicated solicitor with 2-3 years PQE to join their dynamic Private Client department. This role involves providing expert legal advice on Wills, Estate Administration, and Inheritance Tax Planning. The ideal candidate will be technically competent, able to manage their own caseload, and demonstrate outstanding communication skills. Join a forward-thinking team that values professionalism and client relationships, where your contributions will drive the department's growth and success. Embrace the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years PQE in Private Client law is essential.
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on Wills, Estate Administration, and Trusts.
• Draft and review legal documents ensuring compliance with requirements.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Organisational skills

IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Ability to use initiative

Empathy

Team player

Education

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

My client is a modern, ambitious and fast-growing law firm located in Buckinghamshire. We are looking for an ambitious and dedicated solicitor of circa 2-3 years PQE to join the busy Private Client department (full-time).

Reporting to the Head of Private Client, the successful candidate will be bright, ambitious and technically competent in all areas of Private Client law.

In this role you will advise clients on Wills, Estate Administration, Court of Protection, LPAs, Drafting Deeds of Variation, Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on matters including Wills, Estate Administration, Court of Protection cases, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Deeds of Variation, Inheritance Tax Planning, and Trusts.
• Manage a varied caseload independently, ensuring all matters are handled with professionalism and efficiency.
• Draft and review Wills, Trusts, LPAs, and related documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
• Advise clients on effective Inheritance Tax planning and other tax-efficient strategies to manage their estates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, demonstrating empathy and clear communication throughout the process.
• Collaborate with the Head of Private Client and other team members to deliver exceptional legal services and support the department’s growth.

Skills and Attributes

• Outstanding communication
• Confident in handling your own caseload
• Excellent organisational skills – particularly diary, file and time management
• Ability to use initiative
• A friendly, positive and proactive approach
• IT skills including Outlook, Word & Excel
• Approachable and empathetic
• Team player

Contact Person: Marcus Stevens