Private Client Solicitor

Additional Resources Ltd; Northwich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Additional Resources Ltd seeks a Private Client Solicitor to join its team. The role focuses on wills, probate and related private client matters, with supervision of junior staff and a drive for quality client care.

You will manage your own caseload, develop client relationships and contribute to department growth. A salary of £40,000–£60,000 and benefits are offered, with office-based work and some home working flexibility.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.
• Approx. 5 years PQE in private client law is highly preferable.
• STEP qualification or membership preferred.
• Client-focused, practical and flexible approach to work.
• Strong track record of independently managing a private client caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload covering wills, probate, Powers of Attorney and related matters.
• Advise clients on a range of private client matters and older client services.
• Maintain accurate case files in line with procedures and standards.
• Work towards fee-earning and time-recording targets.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members and support more complex trusts and estate work.

Skills

Private client law

Case management

Client relationships

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join a law firm specialising in family law, private client matters and property law, with a focus on legal expertise and client care.

As a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage a varied private client caseload, support the development of the team and contribute to the department's performance and growth.

This role is primarily office-based, with some flexibility for home working offering a salary of £40,000 - £60,000 and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing your own caseload covering Wills, probate and Powers of Attorney, with Court of Protection and deputyship matters where appropriate.
• Advising clients on a range of private client matters, including services for older clients.
• Maintaining accurate and efficient case files in line with internal procedures, regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Working towards agreed fee-earning and time-recording targets.
• Developing client relationships and contributing to business development and marketing activities.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members, including supporting another solicitor in developing their expertise in more complex trusts, probate and estate administration matters.
• Maintaining the department's Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS) accreditation.

What we are looking for

• A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Approx. 5 years PQE in private client law is highly preferable.
• Ideally have STEP qualification or membership.
• A client-focused, practical and flexible approach to work.
• A strong track record of independently managing a private client caseload covering the full range of relevant matters.

The candidates from the following background will be considered

• Private Client Solicitor
• Private Client Lawyer
• Chartered Legal Executive
• Legal Executive
• Senior Private Client Solicitor
• Private Client Executive
• Head of Private client