Private Client Solicitor Lead Wills & Probate Caseload

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited seeks an experienced Private Client Solicitor to take ownership of a caseload in Peterborough and contribute to the growth of the Wills, Trusts and Probate team. You will provide clear, practical advice across private client matters, manage files efficiently and ensure clients receive a professional service.

You will advise on Wills, trusts and probate, build relationships with existing clients and help attract new business while supporting marketing activities and

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with current practising certificate.
• Sound knowledge and experience of Wills, Trusts and Probate law.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain legal matters clearly in plain English.
• Sympathetic and client-focused approach when dealing with sensitive personal circumstances.
• Organised, professional and able to manage matters effectively.
• Proactive about professional development, marketing and business development.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on Wills, trusts and probate matters.
• Managing files and progressing matters through to conclusion.
• Communicating clearly and promptly with clients, colleagues and other solicitors.
• Taking responsibility for billing, invoicing and working towards agreed targets.
• Building relationships with existing clients and helping to attract new business.
• Supporting the firm's marketing and business development activities.
• Identifying opportunities to cross-refer clients to other legal services within the firm.
• Working independently and collaboratively, including providing instructions to support staff where appropriate.
• Keeping up to date with changes in law, practice and procedure, and maintaining continuing professional development.

Skills

Communication

Client focus

Organization

Business development

Team player

Marketing

Plain English

Job description

QED Legal Recruitment Limited seeks an experienced Private Client Solicitor to take ownership of a caseload in Peterborough and contribute to the growth of the Wills, Trusts and Probate team. You will provide clear, practical advice across private client matters, manage files efficiently and ensure clients receive a professional service.

You will advise on Wills, trusts and probate, build relationships with existing clients and help attract new business while supporting marketing activities and