PRIVATE CLIENT LAWYER

Location
Guildford
Salary
Competitive
Posted
24 Mar 2017
Closes
21 Apr 2017
Ref
JB25248
Contact
Jonathan Barber
Job Title
Lawyer
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Lexcel accredited practice seeks talented Private Client Lawyer in Surrey.

The Firm
Our client is a modern practice who deliver a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across Surrey and the South East. Staffed by a team of dedicated professionals, offering city-level expertise and a personal and friendly service, tailored to the client’s requirements, they have been awarded the coveted Lexcel accreditation. Rightly proud of their strong links to the community in which they are based, they have built, long-lasting relationships and an enviable client base.

The Role
Our client is now seeks a dynamic Private Client Lawyer for their specialist team based in the Guildford area. Working alongside the Head of Department, the successful Lawyer will manage a complex and challenging caseload of HNW work to include: estate administration; will drafting; LPAs; the creation and administration of trusts; probate and; tax planning. Previous experience handling HNW maters would therefore be highly advantageous, but is not a pre-requisite for this position. Keen to get involved within business development initiatives, the successful Lawyer will build and maintain new and existing client relationships and promote the services of the department. Offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits and exposure to HNW matters, this position would suit a dedicated professional with outstanding interpersonal skills. Please contact Jonathan for further information quoting reference JB25248.

The Candidate
You must be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE;
You will be technically competent with solid Private Client experience;
Previous experience handling HNW matters is highly advantageous but is not essential;
You will have outstanding communication skills and a client-focused approach;
You will work well as part of a team as well as on your own initiative;
You will have a desire for professional development. 

PRIVATE CLIENT LAWYER