Details:
- Salary: £27,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Warwickshire
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Private Client Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive / Experienced Paralegal
I am currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity within a well-established law firm’s Private Client Department in Warwickshire.
The position is available on a full-time or part-time basis and would suit a Wills & Probate Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Paralegal who is confident managing their own caseload, with appropriate supervision where required.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of Private Client matters, providing a high standard of client care and delivering accurate, efficient legal services.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Managing your own caseload of Private Client matters, including Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Meeting with clients in the office and, where required, at their homes, hospitals or care homes.
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence, attendance notes and other relevant paperwork.
• Maintaining accurate files and ensuring effective case management.
• Recording time and preparing bills in line with firm procedures.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while handling sensitive matters with
professionalism and discretion.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and contributing to departmental meetings.
About You The successful candidate will ideally have:
• At least one year’s PQE as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, significant fee-earning experience, or experience as a Paralegal independently managing a Wills and LPA caseload with supervision.
• A good understanding of Private Client law and legal procedures.
• Some knowledge or experience of probate and estate administration, which would be advantageous.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Outlook. Experience using P4W would be beneficial.
• Excellent communication and client care skills, with the ability to deal sensitively with clients during
difficult circumstances.
• A proactive approach, good organisational skills and the ability to use your own initiative.
• A flexible, team-focused attitude and the ability to travel for client appointments when required.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established legal practice where you can make a real difference to clients while developing your career within Private Client law.
Working arrangements: Full-time or part-time
Location: Warwickshire
Specialism: Private Client – Wills, LPAs and Probate