Private Client Solicitor

My client is recruiting for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their team in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.

Responsibilities of a Private Client Solicitor:

• Reporting to the Partners in the department to assist with a caseload of IHT planning, Care Home Fee planning, Wills and LPAs and some Estate Administration.
• Integral part of the Private Client team, delivering on agreed cases, sourcing new opportunities and supporting overall profile of the team.
• Proactively attracting work according to the needs of the firm.
• Delivery of individual targets with minimal supervision.
• Ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and building appropriate relationships with clients.
• Adherence of agreed quality procedures and management systems.
• Undertake and deliver work in a commercially effective manner.
• Development of technical and non-technical skills to meet client and firm requirements and demonstrate continuous improvement in all areas of work.

Requirements

• Relevant Professional Qualification minimum 1 years PQE.
• Strong legal skills in Private Client setting.
• Responsible for a broad and varied caseload including Wills, Care Home Fees, Estate Administration, IHT and LPAs.
• Sound knowledge of all private and elderly client matters, with excellent communication skills.
• You will be proactive and passionate about your career.
• Proven results in supporting business development across a team or firm.
• Working knowledge of case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• A strong team player with a motivational hands-on approach.
• Uses initiative, plans and organises own time and workload so as to meet deadlines and prioritises work.
• A measured and rational approach to problem solving.
• Deals confidently and diplomatically with clients and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrates integrity and congruence when dealing with people.

Reward and development:

Alongside a host of development, professionally and personally, the firm offer some fantastic benefits, which include;

• 25 days annual leave and birthdays off (ability to buy additional days)
• Private healthcare options for you (family can be added)
• Healthcare cash back plans for you (family can be added)
• Vouchers for big life events, from marriage to children
• Enhance maternity pay
• Life Insurance – 4 x your annual salary
• Bonus scheme
• Suite of health and well-being offerings
• Enhanced pension

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful