Private Client Solicitor (3-6 PQE)

JMC Legal Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in South Essex is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload and mentor junior staff. This role offers clear career growth, including partnership prospects. Join a firm with a strong client base and ambitious growth plans.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Structured Progression Opportunities

Flexible Working Options

Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Regular Team Socials

Office Closure Between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• 3-6 years PQE in private client law.
• Strong technical knowledge in wills, trusts, probate, and inheritance tax planning.

Responsibilities

• Managing a broad caseload of private client matters.
• Building strong relationships with clients to grow the department.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Client Care

Commercial Mindset

Job description

Private Client Solicitor | Career Growth & Partnership Prospects | Multiple Offices Across South Essex

About the Firm:

This forward-thinking and dynamic law firm is on an exciting growth trajectory, with a clear vision to double in size over the next five years. Leveraging an established and loyal client base alongside a consistent influx of new enquiries, the firm is perfectly positioned for expansion.

Renowned for its collaborative culture and client-first approach, the firm offers a fantastic platform for talented solicitors to grow their careers. With structured opportunities for progression, including the potential for partnership as early as 8 PQE, this is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving team at a pivotal time.

The Role:

As a Private Client Solicitor, you'll handle a varied and high-quality caseload, including wills, trusts, probate, lasting powers of attorney, and estate planning. You will have the chance to engage with a wide range of clients, from individuals and families to high-net-worth individuals, benefiting from both existing client relationships and the high volume of new enquiries the firm attracts.

In addition to managing your caseload, you'll play a key role in mentoring junior fee earners, contributing to their development and the overall success of the team. This position offers a clear pathway for growth, with leadership and partnership opportunities available as the department continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a broad caseload of private client matters, including complex wills, probate, and estate planning
• Building strong relationships with both existing clients and new enquiries to grow the department further
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
• Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives to attract and retain clients
• Playing a key role in achieving the firm's ambitious growth objectives over the next five years

Requirements:

• 3-6 years PQE in private client law, with experience managing a diverse caseload
• Strong technical knowledge in wills, trusts, probate, and inheritance tax planning
• A commercial mindset with the ability to identify and act on growth opportunities
• Excellent interpersonal and client care skills, with a proactive approach to relationship management
• Experience mentoring junior team members is highly desirable
• Ambition and drive to progress within a firm that prioritises career development, with partnership opportunities at 8+ PQE

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Clear and structured progression opportunities, including partnership prospects
• Flexible and hybrid working options to suit your lifestyle
• Pension scheme and health cash plan
• Regular team socials and networking events
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year

Apply Now:

If you're an experienced Private Client Solicitor with ambitions to join a growing, forward-thinking firm in South Essex, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or contact Andrew Chapman on 0203 865 2113 for more information.

Be part of an ambitious firm where your career goals align with their vision for success!