Private Client Solicitor

We are looking for an ambitious and determined Private Client Solicitor to join our team.

A qualified Solicitor with experience will be considered to take over an existing caseload of private client work, including:

• Wills and Probate
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Administration of Estates
• Court of Protection and Deputyship
• Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts

We are a Lexcel accredited Firm. The successful applicant must, at all times, conduct themselves in accordance with the Lexcel Standard.

The Firm is dedicated to provide all clients with a quality service with an emphasis on being friendly, approachable and a safe pair of hands.

The role will include:

• Drafting Wills
• Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorneys
• Drafting Probate Applications
• Drafting Applications to the Court of Protection
• Providing assistance to the appointed Deputy
• Preparing Annual Reports including Tax Returns
• Preparing Estate and Distribution Accounts
• Preparing Bills
• File management

Personal Characteristics to include but are not limited to:

• Ability to work using own initiative and work as part of a team and contribute to the continued success of the firm
• Excellent client care skills including an ability to demonstrate an understanding of client's needs and expectations
• Time-management skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
• Strong organisational skills as the role will involve the efficient and cost-effective management of multiple files
• Good communication skills are crucial as you will have regular client contact and will often be required to explain complex areas of law in a simple and coherent way
• Ability to process financial information and figures

Essential Skills

• Knowledge and experience with Wills, Probate and Court of Protection
• Business development and networking
• Proven financial performance with an excellent track record of billing and accounting for time

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to progress their career working within a busy and friendly team. You will be offered a competitive salary with a structured review process. You will also be offered the opportunity of life-long training.

If you have the applicable experience and the skills referred to above, then please apply for this job by emailing a covering letter and a typed CV for the attention of Rebecca Thacker.

Please note that the salary levels are purely a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

Flexible working can be considered.

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time – Flexible working can be considered

Salary: £30,000.00 to £50,000.00 per year plus potential bonus scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Coventry CV1 2NY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• private client: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person