Solicitor

Red Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive for an award-winning law firm in Devon. This full-time role offers competitive salary and hybrid working, with responsibilities including managing private client matters and providing legal advice. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years PQE and excellent client care skills. Opportunities for career progression and a supportive environment are also highlighted.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Hybrid work model

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years PQE required.
• Demonstrated excellent client care skills expecting high confidentiality.
• Enthusiastic about business development in the department.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied private client caseload including Wills preparation and tax planning.
• Provide clear legal advice ensuring high client care.
• Draft and review legal documents like Wills and Trusts.

Skills

Client care skills

Team collaboration

Business development engagement

Fee earning consistency

Education

STEP Qualification

SFE Membership

Job description

Overview

Red Recruitment is hiring a Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive for our client, an award-winning multi-discipline law firm in their Private Client Department.

This full-time role is Devon based with an immediate start to join a business that has a fantastic reputation and a desire to continue growing.

Benefits and Package for a Solicitor

• Salary: Competitive for the market
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Location: Kingsbridge (Devon) - Hybrid (1 Day Work from Home per week)
• Holiday: Competitive
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• The opportunity to take a central role in the development of the department; and
• A supportive working environment with importance placed on a healthy work/life balance

Key Responsibilities of a Solicitor

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters to include the preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney, tax planning, estate administration and Court of Protection work
• Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients, ensuring a high level of client care and confidentiality at all times.
• Draft and review legal documents such as Wills, Trusts, Deeds of Variation, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Conduct client meetings (both in-person and virtual) to take instructions, provide updates, and progress matters in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with SRA regulations, GDPR, and firm policies.

Key Skills and Responsibilities of a Solicitor

• Have a minimum of 3yrs PQE
• Be able to demonstrate excellent client care skills
• Be able to work harmoniously within the team
• Be enthusiastic and willing to engage in the business development of the department
• Be able to demonstrate consistent fee earning
• Be STEP Qualified and have SFE membership - however, this is not essential, and training is generally available for the right candidate.

If you are interested in this position as a solicitor and have the relevant skills and experience required, please apply now!

Red Recruitment (Agency)