Private Client Solicitor

Description:

Time Appointments are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded law firm who are looking to welcome an experienced Private Client Solicitor to their growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You’ll work closely with a diverse client base, providing trusted legal advice on a range of private client matters while building strong, long-term relationships with clients.

The successful candidate will join a friendly and professional team where your expertise will be valued, your development encouraged, and no two days are quite the same.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

* Managing a varied caseload of private client matters from initial instruction through to completion

* Advising clients on Wills, Trusts, Probate and Estate Administration

* Providing clear and practical advice on Inheritance Tax and related matters

* Handling Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters where required

* Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with clients and their families

* Preparing and reviewing legal documentation accurately and efficiently

* Liaising with beneficiaries, executors, trustees and other professional advisers

* Managing client files in accordance with firm procedures and regulatory requirements

* Ensuring all matters are progressed efficiently and within relevant deadlines

* Supporting the wider Private Client team and contributing to the continued success of the department

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Required:

* Qualified Solicitor with previous experience within a Private Client department

* Strong knowledge and practical experience across Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Administration

* Excellent client care and communication skills

* Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and competing priorities

* Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused approach

* Confident working independently while also contributing positively to a wider team

* A professional, approachable and empathetic manner when dealing with clients

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills