Private Client Solicitor

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

Job summary

A leading law firm in Kent seeks a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their esteemed Private Client team in Whitstable. This role involves managing diverse legal matters such as wills, estate administration, and trusts, while fostering client relationships and supporting professional development. The firm emphasizes work-life balance and offers competitive remuneration in a beautiful seaside location.

Benefits

Competitive salary with excellent benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Strong emphasis on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Client-centric approach with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Draft wills, deeds, and legal documents.
• Advise on estate planning and inheritance tax strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx)

Job description

Private Client Solicitor Opportunity - Join a Respected Private Client Team in Whitstable, Ken

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx) to join a highly regarded and well-established Private Client team in Whitstable, Kent. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of private client matters, providing high-quality legal services to a loyal and expanding client base.

The Firm

This forward-thinking law firm is renowned for its commitment to client care and professional excellence. With a strong presence across Kent, they have built a reputation for delivering outstanding legal advice tailored to individual needs. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative working culture, investing in staff development and encouraging community involvement.

Their Private Client team is highly respected for its expertise in wills, estate planning, and administration and is a cornerstone of the firm's exceptional client service.

The Role

As part of this growing team, you will manage a varied caseload of private client matters, including:

• Drafting wills, deeds, and legal documents
• Advising on estate planning and inheritance tax strategies
• Managing estate administration for both lay executors and the firm as a professional executor
• Providing advice on trusts, including their use and administration
• Preparing and registering powers of attorney
• Offering guidance on general private client matters

You will have the autonomy to build and develop your caseload while benefiting from a supportive and collaborative environment.

Requirements

• A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx) with experience in private client law.
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload of private client matters, as outlined above.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-centric approach.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

On Offer

• A competitive salary with excellent benefits and flexibility.
• Opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking and innovative firm.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• The chance to work in a beautiful seaside location in Whitstable while handling high-quality and meaningful work.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Kent's most respected legal practices, where your career and personal growth are genuinely valued.

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential discussion.