Private Client Solicitor – East Lothian

Frasia Wright Associates; Haddington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in East Lothian is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its growing team. You will handle wills, powers of attorney and executry matters within a busy private client department.

The firm offers a supportive environment, quality private client work and hybrid working. You will attend the East Lothian office at least two days per week and build strong relationships with clients.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with interest in private client work.
• Experience in wills, executries or powers of attorney is advantageous.
• Hybrid working arrangements with office attendance in East Lothian at least two days a week.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on wills, powers of attorney and executry administration.
• Assisting with succession planning and trusts.
• Managing your own caseload and building strong client relationships.
• Providing clear, practical and empathetic advice to clients.

Skills

Wills

Executry

Powers of attorney

Trusts

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

This well-established Scottish law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its growing team in East Lothian. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive private client department with a strong and varied caseload.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising clients on wills, powers of attorney and executry administration
• Assisting with succession planning, trusts and related private client matters
• Managing your own caseload and building strong client relationships
• Providing clear, practical and empathetic advice to clients
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high standard of client service

Applicants should be qualified solicitors from newly qualified level and upwards, with an interest in private client work. Previous experience in wills, executries and powers of attorney would be advantageous, although the firm is open to considering candidates at varying levels of experience.

The firm offers a supportive working environment, quality private client work, and hybrid working arrangements. Candidates will be expected to attend the East Lothian office at least two days per week.