Private Client Solicitor - Locum

eNL; Essex; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal practice in Essex is looking for a Private Client Solicitor (locum) with over 4 years of PQE to support on an initial 4-week assignment. The role involves managing complex private client matters, preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney, and overseeing client file management. The ideal candidate will be STEP qualified and able to hit the ground running. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Solicitors should have at least 4 years’ PQE and experience dealing with complex private client matters.
• The ideal candidate will be STEP qualified.
• Ability to hit the ground running with cases at various stages of process.

Responsibilities

• Will instruction and preparation.
• Handling applications for Grants of Representation and full estate administration.
• Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Managing Court of Protection applications.
• Conducting matters on behalf of clients.
• Managing support staff.
• Overseeing the financial management of client files.
• Contributing to the development and expansion of the department.

Skills

Complex private client matters

Ability to hit the ground running

Education

4+ years PQE

STEP qualified

Job description

Overview

Private Client Solicitor (locum position), 4+ PQE, Essex, £excellent. An immediate opportunity is available for a Private Client Locum to support a firm on an initial 4-week assignment, with the potential for extension. The ideal solicitor will be STEP qualified.

Responsibilities

• Will instruction and preparation
• Handling applications for Grants of Representation and full estate administration
• Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Managing Court of Protection applications
• Conducting matters on behalf of clients
• Managing support staff
• Overseeing the financial management of client files including collection of monies on account and billing
• Contributing to the development and expansion of the department

Qualifications

• Solicitors should have at least 4 years’ PQE and experience dealing with complex private client matters
• The ideal candidate will be STEP qualified
• Ability to hit the ground running with cases at various stages of process

To Apply

Please contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. JOB REF: 1226

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