Private Client Solicitor / Legal...

Clayton Legal; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice in Sutton Coldfield seeks an experienced Private Client Solicitor. This role includes supporting department development, managing financial matters, and building client relationships. The ideal candidate has a proven track record, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to fee generation. Excellent client service is paramount, and the firm offers attractive incentives including extra holiday days and a health cash scheme.

Benefits

Option to buy or sell annual leave

Payment of professional subscriptions

Additional holiday days during Christmas

Incentive schemes and referral rewards

Birthday off and gift voucher

Access to Paycare Health Cash Scheme

Discounted legal fees

Monthly dress down days

Annual Christmas celebration and local events

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a solicitor in Private Client law.
• Experience in managing financial matters related to cases.
• Ability to maintain accurate case files.

Responsibilities

• Support the growth of the Private Client Department.
• Build professional relationships with clients.
• Manage own work allocation and cases efficiently.
• Handle client enquiries professionally.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

IT literacy

Financial control management

Proactive fee-earning opportunities

Job description

A well-established legal practice is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their busy Private Client Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated solicitor with a proven track record to contribute to the growth and success of the team while delivering excellent client service.

What You’ll Do

• Support the ongoing development of the Private Client Department and help grow the client base through exceptional service delivery, local connections, and participation in networking events
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and referral sources
• Take financial control of your own matters, including managing cash flow through collection of monies on account and billing procedures
• Identify and develop fee-earning opportunities proactively
• Manage your own work allocation, processing cases efficiently and cost-effectively
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files using case management systems
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills and IT literacy
• Be commercially aware, understanding business targets and their impact on the practice, while consistently generating fee income in line with agreed goals
• Support the development of assistants and paralegals within the team
• Handle client enquiries professionally, whether face-to-face, remotely, or by telephone
• Maintain a firm and functional knowledge of Private Client law, keeping up to date with legal developments and changes

What’s In It For You?

• Option to buy or sell up to 3 days of annual leave
• Payment of professional subscriptions
• Additional holiday days during the Christmas shutdown to spend quality time with family and friends
• Incentive schemes and referral rewards
• Your birthday off in addition to your annual leave entitlement, plus a birthday gift voucher
• Access to the Paycare Health Cash Scheme
• Discounted legal fees
• Monthly dress down & treat day on the last Friday of each month
• Annual Christmas company celebration and local office events

Equal Opportunities

This firm is a committed equal opportunities employer, dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. They foster a culture where everyone can be themselves, valued for their unique strengths and experiences. All applicants and employees are treated equally, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs.