Job Description
An exciting opportunity has come up for a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join my client in Winchester. Applicants must 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:
Wills drafting
Probate
Court of Protection / Lasting Powers of Attorney
Tax planning and advice
Trust set up and administration
Law for the Elderly
Inheritance Tax
Contentious Probate
Ideally candidates will hold STEP or SFE accreditations, or be working towards these. This is by no means essential but highly desirable and support will be given to those seeking to pursue this.
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, Court of Protection Work 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:
Have experience running your own Private Client caseload
Experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive. Must have 2 Years PQE at least.
Strong knowledge of all Wills, Probate and Lasting Power of Attorney matters.
What they offer:
Competitive salary from £50K + depending on experience.
Monday - Friday in the office. Do offer hybrid working after probation period.
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