Private Client Solicitor

Legal Southwest; Kingsbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated fee earners to join their growing Private Client department. This full-time role offers the chance to manage a diverse caseload, including Wills and estate administration, while providing exceptional client care. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and business development, you will play a vital role in the department's growth. The firm values work-life balance and offers a supportive environment, making it an ideal place for legal professionals looking to advance their careers. If you are passionate about providing high-quality service and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Demonstrated client care skills and ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Enthusiastic about business development and consistent fee earning.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including Wills, Powers of Attorney, and estate administration.
• Engage in business development for the Private Client department.

Skills

Client care skills

Teamwork

Caseload management

Business development

Fee earning

STEP Qualified

SFE membership

Education

STEP Qualification

SFE Membership

Job description

Our client boasts an excellent mix of international specialists and regional lawyers delivering a quality service to clients both locally and across the world.

They have attracted a team of high calibre legal professionals who provide their clients with a personal, high-quality service from four offices across the South West.

Their client-focused approach and legal expertise combine to meet the needs of both private individuals and families, and leading commercial businesses.

Due to the continuing growth of their Private Client department, they are looking for additional fee earners to join their experienced team.

This is a full-time post and the ideal candidate will:

• be able to demonstrate excellent client care skills;
• be able to work harmoniously within the team;
• be able to manage a varied caseload (to include the preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney, tax planning, estate administration and Court of Protection work);
• be enthusiastic and willing to engage in the business development of the department;
• be able to demonstrate consistent fee earning; and
• be STEP Qualified and have SFE membership – however, this is not essential and training is generally available for the right candidate.

What you can expect in return:

• competitive, market rate salary and additional benefits;
• excellent opportunities for career progression;
• the opportunity to take a central role in the development of the department; and
• a supportive working environment with importance placed on a healthy work / life balance enabling maximum enjoyment of all the South Hams has to offer!

Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.

Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.