Job Description

Role:

Private Client Solicitor

Location:

Staines - Office based (Hybrid after 3 months successful probation)

Salary:

Up to 70,000 Depending on experience

Experience Level:

Minimum 4 Years PQE

Job Type:

Full-tme or part time considered

Job summary:

Responsible for managing and undertaking fee earning work for a variety of private clients, providing efficient and effective legal advice, assistance and representation, from simple wills to high-net-worthestates, elderly client matters and tax planning. Working strategically with senior leadership and staff to maximise existing professional connections and to support the firm in business development. Overall responsibility for maintaining and developing the team in Staines. Genuine opportunity for career progression to partnership if desire

Main responsibilites:

Manage and undertake a full and broad private client caseload Leading and managing a division within the Private Client Department Supervising, mentoring and coaching other members of staff to include Junior Lawyers, Trainees and Support Staff Maintenance Development and enhancement of the firm's very good private client reputation Building and maintaining strategic connections with other professionals including accountants, financial advisers and care agencies to provide holistic advice for our clients Working closely with the Head of Private Client to expand the commercial aims of the department with leads, new business and optimisation between the teams Working closely with the Head of Private Client to develop and increase expertise and share knowledge within the department Ensuring compliance requirements for the LEXCEL and ISO accreditations are met

About You:

4+ years PQE in Private Client law Strong technical experience in wills, trusts, estate administration, elderly client matters, lasting powers of attorney, capacity issues & inheritance tax planning Strong knowledge in all areas within private client Strong ability to develop long lasting relationships Strong experience with marketing nad business development of the firm Proven experience managing support and junior staff Strong technical skills and attention to detail Professional, discreet, and client-focused Eager to grow within a supportive and forward-thinking team
If you're looking for a truly career-enhancing opportunity with a leading firm and elite client base, we want to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Life insurance Work from home
Application question(s):

How many years PQE do you have? Are you confident in your technical knowledge across private client law? What's your current notice period? What's your current salary expectations?
Work Location: In person