Lawyer Private Client
- Recruiter
- Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd
- Location
- Royston
- Salary
- Competitive Remunerations
- Posted
- 13 Aug 2018
- Closes
- 10 Sep 2018
- Ref
- C02898921
- Contact
- Charlotte Waters
- Job Title
- Lawyer
- Practice Area
- Private Client, Wills & Probate
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Established practice seeks Lawyer to play a key role in the continued growth of a private client team in Hertfordshire.
The Role
We are now actively seeking a talented and ambitious Private Client Lawyer for a specialist team located in the Royston area. The key focus of this role will be for the successful lawyer to manage a complex caseload with no supervision, therefore technical proficiency in all aspects of private client is required. Key responsibilities will include:
In return, the successful lawyer can expect opportunities for personal development and high levels of responsibility from the outset.
The Candidate
The Firm
Our client is a well-established practice with strong roots and a network of offices, delivering a comprehensive range of legal services to individuals and businesses. Staffed by a team of dedicated lawyers and support staff who blend traditional values with modern practices and technology, they ensure a personal and cost-effective service which is reflected in their attainment of numerous accreditations.
Recognising the importance of giving back, they have a strong presence within their local communities and have developed a loyal and growing client base across the region.
Lawyer – Private Client
For further details of this Private Client Lawyer vacancy, please contact Charlotte quoting reference C02898921.
The Role
We are now actively seeking a talented and ambitious Private Client Lawyer for a specialist team located in the Royston area. The key focus of this role will be for the successful lawyer to manage a complex caseload with no supervision, therefore technical proficiency in all aspects of private client is required. Key responsibilities will include:
- Delivering high-quality, client-focused advice.
- Advising on and drafting Wills.
- Dealing with issues of care and support for the elderly.
- Completing the estate administration process.
- Providing advice on inheritance tax liabilities and how to minimise this.
- Arranging a Living Will and the implications of such an arrangement.
- Setting up and administering trusts.
- Participating in business development and networking initiatives for the department
- Identifying cross referral opportunities.
- Displaying excellent file management skills and meeting firm-set billing targets.
- Keeping up to date with developments in the field of private client.
- Undertaking any additional duties as may be required.
In return, the successful lawyer can expect opportunities for personal development and high levels of responsibility from the outset.
The Candidate
- Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors or Legal Executives with a minimum of two years’ PQE.
- Technically proficient in all aspects of private client matters.
- Has the skills to be able to manage their own workload with no supervision.
- Possess excellent communication and client care skills, explaining complex matters in clear, accessible language.
- Ensures a detail oriented, professional and empathetic approach in their daily work.
- Demonstrates a flair for business development and marketing.
The Firm
Our client is a well-established practice with strong roots and a network of offices, delivering a comprehensive range of legal services to individuals and businesses. Staffed by a team of dedicated lawyers and support staff who blend traditional values with modern practices and technology, they ensure a personal and cost-effective service which is reflected in their attainment of numerous accreditations.
Recognising the importance of giving back, they have a strong presence within their local communities and have developed a loyal and growing client base across the region.
Lawyer – Private Client
For further details of this Private Client Lawyer vacancy, please contact Charlotte quoting reference C02898921.