Senior Private Client Solicitor

My client is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to join their law firm in Luton, Bedfordshire with a view to partnership in the short term.

They are a leading regional multi-services law firm offering legal advice to both individuals and businesses. Their dedicated legal professionals strive to achieve the very best for their clients ensuring that commitment and trust are core to who they are and what they do.

Key Responsibilities

• To undertake fee earning work, working both independently and as a member of the team and provide a profitable contribution to the work of the department.
• To maintain existing relations with the firm’s clients and be active in business development in gaining new clients and growing own caseload.
• Conduct of private client and related matters on behalf of clients.
• Drafting of Wills, Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney and dealing with Trust and Estate Administration.
• To achieve personal and team targets, audit and quality requirements.
• Financial control of your own matters with regard to cash flow through collection of monies on account and billing procedures
• Assist with the development of Private Client department in Salisbury.
• You must have excellent IT skills.
• You must be able to prioritise your workload in order to meet tight deadlines.
• You should be able to work well as part of a team.
• You must have strong attention to detail.
• You should have a positive and friendly manner and present a smart and professional appearance.

Requirements

• 8-15+ years PQE
• First-class technical knowledge and understanding of private client matters
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on great client service
• An organised, team player with excellent attention to detail

Benefits

• 25 days holiday
• Auto-enrolment Pension scheme
• Enhanced sick pay
• Free eye tests
• Paid Flu vaccinations
• Discounted legal advice
• Staff introduction bonus

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

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