Private Client Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Ltd; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Ltd in Yorkshire is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with at least 1 year PQE to specialize in wills and probate and join a busy team. You will guide clients through complex personal matters, value assets, distribute payments and settle debts, while building lasting client relationships and delivering clear legal advice.

The firm offers a competitive salary up to £60,000 DOE and a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with post-qualification experience (1+ year).
• Interest or specialization in wills and probate.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients through complex private client matters in wills and probate.
• Draft wills, trusts and related documents with precision.
• Manage a varied caseload and build strong client relationships.
• Support business development efforts within the firm.

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Client communication

Empathy

Business development

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

JOB TITLE: Private Client Solicitor

PQE: 1+

LOCATION: Yorkshire

SALARY: Up to £60,000 (DOE)

THE ROLE:

A highly regarded law firm based in Yorkshire is seeking a driven Private Client Solicitor specialising in wills and probate to join their busy and growing department. For the successful client, this role involves supporting and guiding clients through complex and emotionally challenging times, advising them on a wealth of matters which include identifying and valuing assets, distributing payments and paying debts. Furthermore, you will build strong client relationships, manage a varied caseload, provide clear and practical legal advice, prepare various documents and support the specialised wills and probate team on a wealth of complex private client matters.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are welcomed from ambitious Solicitors who possess at least 1 year of post qualified experience coupled with an interest or specialism in wills and probate. In addition to this, the successful candidate will demonstrate strong drafting and legal research skills, excellent attention to detail, an approachable and empathetic approach and a desire to engage with the business development of the firm. The ability to deal sensitively and professionally with bereaved clients and their families is paramount to this role.

THE FIRM:

This established, client focused law firm which provides a broad range of legal services to individuals, families and businesses offers accessible legal advice to a wide client base. Combining professional legal expertise with a personal approach to the law, this firm supports clients through a variety of straightforward and complex legal matters. For the successful client, this role offers the opportunity to build and develop a thriving legal career within a collaborative and supportive working environment. This role offers a competitive salary as well as an attractive benefits package, subject to experience.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.