Private Client Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic law firm in Huddersfield is looking for a skilled Private Client Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join their welcoming team. The role involves drafting Wills, managing estates, and providing trust advice. The firm offers a flexible working environment, a lucrative bonus structure, and an attractive salary. They are committed to employee well-being, creating a family-like office culture.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Lucrative bonus structure

Attractive salary

Qualifications

• Skilled Private Client Solicitor with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Manage the administration of estates and trusts.
• Provide charity law advice.

Skills

Drafting Wills

Administration of Estates

Trusts and Tax Planning

Charity Law

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)

Education

2+ years PQE as a Solicitor

Job description

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Are you a skilled Private Client Solicitor ready to thrive in an environment where tradition and modern law converge?

Join a historic, community-rooted firm in Huddersfield seeking a talented Solicitor (2+ PQE) to be part of their welcoming team.

The Firm

With deep-rooted connections to the local community, this award-winning firm has been a trusted advisor and cornerstone of the region for over 130 years. Known for its unwavering commitment to excellence, the firm has built a legacy of delivering expert guidance across a broad spectrum of legal matters, earning the enduring loyalty and respect of its clients. This is a firm that truly embodies a client-first ethos, taking pride in understanding the unique needs of each individual or organisation it serves.

Renowned for its ability to craft customised and innovative solutions, the firm seamlessly combines traditional values with a modern approach to legal practice. Whether supporting businesses with complex legal challenges or assisting private clients with personal matters, the team's dedication, expertise and integrity are evident in every interaction. Its approachable and friendly culture fosters a deep sense of trust and connection, a hallmark that distinguishes the firm in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

While the firm has embraced the advancements and demands of the 21st century in terms of quality and efficiency, it remains steadfast in its commitment to its people. Unlike larger city firms, where individuals often feel like mere cogs in the machine, this firm prioritises the well-being and development of its employees. Team members are valued as individuals and supported to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance.

The firm offers a level of flexibility rarely seen in the legal industry, with highly accommodating working arrangements designed to suit the diverse needs of its team. Employees also benefit from a lucrative bonus structure, with the opportunity to take home an impressive 25% of fees generated above an agreed target. This combination of personal recognition, financial reward, and flexibility makes the firm an exceptional place to work for those seeking a meaningful and rewarding career in law.

The Role: Private Client Solicitor

Building on a history of success and ongoing expansion, the firm is looking for a skilled and ambitious Private Client Solicitor to become part of its renowned and award-winning Private Client team. This team specialises in a comprehensive range of private client matters, including but not limited to:

• Drafting Wills
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Administration of Estates
• Trusts and Tax Planning
• Charity Law

What's on offer?

• An attractive salary (open to negotiation)
• Highly flexible working arrangements
• Lucrative bonus structure
• Close-knit, family feel working environment