Private Client Solicitor

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Bognor Regis
Salary
Competitive
Posted
18 May 2021
Closes
15 Jun 2021
Sectors
Legal
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive

2 Years PQE +

Bognor Regis, Hampshire

Salary dependent on experience

This multi service, boutique law firm are currently seeking a capable Private Client Fee Earner to join their busy and profitable team, proactively continuing to develop the department.

Applicants will have strong experience dealing with private client matters across the board. The chosen candidate must have been running a caseload independently and be involved in networking and business development.

Areas of focus will include:

Preparing a Will

Formation of Trusts/family arrangements

Applying for probate and distributing the estate

Measures to reduce liability to inheritance and other taxes?

Lasting/Enduring powers of attorney

Duties will include:

Independently managing own varied caseload of private client matters

Responsibility for providing high quality, timely, professional advice on Wills, Probate and Estate administration, Inheritance Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trusts.

Promoting a compassionate and sensitive disposition and client experience when dealing with the elderly or incapacitated.

Proactively networking and marketing within the team to generate new business and reputation.

Attending clients in their own environment as required.

Responsibility for mentoring and assisting more junior team members.

Maintaining good billings records within the team.

Desired Skills:

At least 2 years' experience as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Legal background with specific experience in Wills, Trusts and Estates

Ideally candidates will hold STEP or SFE accreditations, or be working towards these. This is by no means essential but highly desirable

Enthusiasm and commitment

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