Private Client Solicitor

Job Title: Private Client Solicitor

Location: Eastbourne

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Job Ref: MJC/20611

Are you a Private Client Solicitor who is interested in progressing their career?

One of the leading law firms in the South East are seeking an experienced solicitor to join their busy Probate, Trusts and Wills team in Eastbourne. With over 200 staff in 9 offices and plans for further expansion, they offer an excellent opportunity to build a successful career.

Their approach to dealing with clients is professional, yet friendly and approachable. The way they treat their and how their staff treat each other internally is incredibly important to them and they promote a harmonious and enjoyable working environment.

From the moment candidates join, they invest in training and development and offer a comprehensive introduction to their business. Recruits feel welcome and often comment on how friendly everyone is. Staff feedback is taken seriously and every opportunity to provide input on how they can improve their culture is given.

Regular reviews are offered so staff can discuss performance, progress and concerns with managers. Internal and external training is provided and support through professional qualifications may also be provided. They hold the Investors in People Silver accreditation and reward those who exceed performance.

IT systems are excellent with remote access available. The opportunity to work at home for 1 to 2 days a week will be considered, but not guaranteed, and only after a bedding in period.

The position will entail working closely with the team both in Eastbourne and the wider department undertaking various Wills, Probate and Power of Attorney matters for a wide range of clients. This will include attending client meetings, drafting wills, advising on Declarations of Trust, administering estates, preparing LPAs, providing advice on tax and trusts and handling General Affairs files.

Marketing and networking skills are essential in order to participate actively in seeking new business, building relationships with potential clients and generally developing the department.

High standards of interpersonal and communication skills are vital along with a positive and friendly manner.

2 years PQE is the minimum considered and much more senior candidates should also apply.

This role is full time and salary is negotiable and dependant on experience and ability.

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If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application.

Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies.  If you do not want us to do this, please call us to advise.

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.