Private Client Solicitor - Wills and Probate
2 days ago
Spennymoor
Private Client Solicitor – Wills & Probate\n Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE \n Job Type: Full-time, Permanent \n Hours: Monday to Friday \n Benefits: Flexible working, bonus scheme, free parking and company events \n Spearhead Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an established and expanding law firm seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its Private Client team. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, proactive and forward-thinking solicitor looking to join a supportive, like-minded practice. You will manage a varied private client caseload while developing long-term relationships with clients and contributing to the continued growth of the firm. \n The successful candidate will benefit from flexible working, career progression opportunities and a supportive working environment within a growing practice. The Role\n As a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage your own diverse caseload and provide high-quality, practical legal advice to clients across a range of private client matters. \n Your caseload will include: \n\n • Wills\n, • Probate and estate administration\n, • Lasting Powers of Attorney\n, • Court of Protection matters\n\n You will prepare legal documents and correspondence, interview and advise clients, negotiate where appropriate and ensure matters are progressed efficiently while meeting agreed billing targets. \n A key part of the position will be developing strong, long-lasting client relationships by understanding individual circumstances and providing a professional, empathetic and responsive service. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Manage a varied caseload of private client matters from instruction through to completion.\n, • Provide clear, practical and commercially appropriate legal advice.\n, • Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, introducers and other contacts.\n, • Take a proactive approach to client care and business development.\n, • Maintain and enhance the firm's professional reputation.\n, • Support Partners and colleagues with marketing, networking and training initiatives.\n, • Assist with the development and training of colleagues where required.\n, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date files using the firm's case management system.\n, • Manage your workload effectively, ensuring deadlines and billing targets are achieved.\n, • Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR, Anti-Money Laundering requirements and all relevant professional and regulatory obligations.\nAbout You\n We are looking for a qualified solicitor who combines strong technical private client experience with excellent client-care skills. \n The successful candidate will ideally have: \n\n • 2+ years' PQE in Private Client law.\n, • Experience handling a broad range of Wills, Probate, LPA and related matters.\n, • The ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.\n, • A proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.\n, • Excellent organisation and workload-management skills.\n, • A track record of working towards and achieving billing targets.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n, • A methodical approach with strong attention to detail and accuracy.\n, • An empathetic, professional and client-focused manner.\n, • A proactive, self-motivated and forward-thinking approach.\n, • Strong IT skills and experience using case management systems.\n, • Qualified Solicitor status and SRA registration.\n, • A good understanding of AML and GDPR requirements.\n, • The ability to obtain a satisfactory DBS check.\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • £40,000 to £45,000\n, • Permanent, full-time position\n, • Flexible working\n, • Bonus scheme\n, • Free parking\n, • Company events\n, • Genuine opportunities for career progression\n, • The opportunity to join a growing and supportive law firm\nInterested?\n If you are an experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for your next career move, Spearhead Recruitment would be pleased to hear from you. \n Apply today with your up-to-date CV for a confidential discussion about the opportunity. \n Please note: Spearhead Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client in relation to this vacancy. While we endeavour to respond to all applicants, due to the volume of applications this may not always be possible. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.