Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive - East Dorset

Chadwick Nott; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team culture

Opportunities for professional development

Stable, long-established firm reputation

Job summary

A reputable law firm in East Dorset seeks a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their established team. The role involves handling diverse private client matters such as probate, drafting wills, and estate planning. Candidates should possess strong knowledge in probate and trusts, alongside excellent client engagement skills. The firm promotes a supportive culture with opportunities for professional growth, making it ideal for motivated individuals aiming for quality client service.

Qualifications

• Experience handling probate and estate administration.
• Confidence in client interactions and consultations.
• Ability to manage and prioritise various tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload including probate, wills, and trusts.
• Deliver high quality client care.
• Work collaboratively within a private client team.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Probate, Wills and Trusts

Client facing role experience

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organisational skills

IT literacy

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive - East Dorset

Location: East Dorset (role can be based at any office, with travel between branches as required)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £40,000 to £65,000 (DOE)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a well established and reputable Private Client team at Harold G Walker Solicitors. This is a client facing role within a supportive, friendly environment, offering the chance to work across a broad range of private client matters. The position is full time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. The successful candidate may be based at any of the firm's East Dorset.

The Role

You will join a specialist Private Client team and handle a varied caseload, including:

• Probate and estate administration
• Drafting Wills
• Trusts and estate planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• General private client advisory work

You will deliver high quality client care and uphold the firm's strong reputation for excellence.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a solicitor or legal executive who can demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of Probate, Wills and Trusts
• Confidence working in a client facing role
• Friendly, approachable manner with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
• IT literacy and comfort with modern case management systems
• Commitment to delivering high standards of legal service and client care

Working Environment

Harold G Walker Solicitors prides itself on providing a supportive, professional and welcoming workplace. The successful candidate will benefit from:

• A collaborative team culture
• Opportunities to develop and progress
• Exposure to a broad range of private client work
• A stable, long established firm with an excellent local reputation

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to explore this opportunity further, please contact:

Olivia Reed – Senior Consultant
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*