Private Client Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Longstanton, Thame, Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Position Title: Private Client Solicitor
Location: Thame, Oxfordshire
Salary: £40,000+
Reference: BH-37153
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent

About The Firm:

My client is a highly respected law firm (Legal 500) with a rich heritage spanning 170 years, operating across multiple offices in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Known for their outstanding reputation and commitment to excellence, they offer a collaborative and supportive environment with ample opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented Private Client Solicitor to join a thriving and experienced team. Reporting directly to the Head of Private Client, the successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ PQE, specialising in wills, estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, and related private client matters. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development within a forward-thinking firm.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Advising clients on wills, estate planning, trusts, tax issues, powers of attorney, estate administration, and inheritance matters.
2. Managing incoming instructions and supporting the wider team.
3. Conducting client meetings at various locations including homes, nursing homes, and hospitals.
4. Building strong relationships with clients and local professionals.
5. Drafting legal documentation and correspondence accurately.
6. Managing client billing effectively.
7. Utilising case management software daily.
8. Participating in marketing events and contributing to the firm's business development activities.

Requirements:

1. 3-8+ years PQE in Private Client law.
2. Strong expertise in estate planning, will preparation, and powers of attorney.
3. Experience handling taxable estates and trust administration.
4. Ability to draft complex legal documents with high accuracy.
5. STEP membership is essential; Association of Lifetime Lawyers membership is desirable.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Competent with Microsoft Word and willingness to learn case management systems.

The Benefits & How to Apply:

1. Competitive salary and enhanced annual leave.
2. BUPA private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan.
3. Enhanced pension scheme.
4. Supportive mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
5. Significant career progression and development opportunities.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.