Private Client solicitor or CILEX

Jago Consultants; Bedford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or CILEX with at least two years of post-qualification experience. The role involves drafting Wills, LPAs, and managing estates. Essential skills include excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities, along with proficiency in case management systems. This full-time position offers a flexible approach, competitive salary based on experience, 25 days annual leave, and a pension plan.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in Private Client work.
• Experience in drafting Wills, LPAs, and administering estates.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage Wills and LPAs.
• Administer straightforward estates.
• Build relationships to develop the Private Client Department.

Skills

Organisational skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private client Solicitor or CILEX to join a modern, multi service law firm based in Swindon. Our client was formed more than 40 years ago and has an increasing number of clients who are attracted by both their skills and commitment to service. Their happy and satisfied clients is a retained client enabling considerable growth over so many years.

The person appointed will :

• Be qualified with a minimum of two and up to four years’ post-qualification experience in the field of Private Client work (Solicitor or CILEX);
• Have essential experience in drafting and dealing with Wills, LPAs and the administration of straightforward estates with minimum supervision;
• Find experience of trusts, tax, HNW or Court of Protection work an advantage;
• Find working towards STEP an advantage but not a necessity;
• Be conscious of the need to build relationships to develop the Private Client Department;

Essential Skills :

• Have excellent organisational skills;
• Have a proven ability of working to deadlines;
• Be able to work independently but also with the other members in the Team;
• Be personable and have good interpersonal skills;
• Have good IT skills, preferably with experience on case management systems;

Salary and benefits :

We are a friendly firm with a flexible approach. This is a Full-Time position

• Salary according to experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus normal Bank Holidays.
• Pension.