Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Bournemouth Dorset
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Our client is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join their growing team based in Bournemouth, Dorset.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm with a strong presence across Dorset and Hampshire. The successful candidate will manage a varied private client caseload while working within a supportive and collaborative environment that genuinely encourages long-term progression and development.
The firm prides itself on delivering exceptional client service and is seeking an ambitious and personable individual who shares those values.
The Role
The successful candidate will handle a broad range of private client matters and deliver high-quality legal advice to individuals and families.
Key responsibilities include:
• Managing a varied caseload of private client matters from instruction through to completion
• Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning matters
• Handling estate administration and probate matters
• Advising on trusts and tax planning
• Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Encouraging repeat business and referrals across the firm
• Meeting time recording and billing targets
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
The Candidate
• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with approximately 3–5 years PQE in private client work
• Strong experience handling Wills, probate, estate administration, trusts and LPAs
• Ability to manage a full caseload independently
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
• Experience using case management systems advantageous
• STEP or SFE accreditation desirable, or willingness to work towards qualification
• Ambitious, self-motivated and keen to progress within a growing firm
Benefits
• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Strong career progression opportunities
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful