Eventus Legal are seeking a Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive to join a successful law firm based in Chesterfield. This is a permanent, full-time role. Benefits include a generous holiday allowance, hybrid working and professional development opportunities.
Role Responsibilities
As the successful Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive, you will manage a full caseload whilst offering support to the overall team and partners where required.
The caseload will consist of files ranging from not limited to:
- Wills & Probate
- Estate Administration
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Trust Administration
- Tax Returns
Person Specification
As the incoming Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive, you will have a minimum of 1years PQE with solid knowledge of Trust work. You will be able to demonstrate good technical and communication skills and demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively not only within the Private Client Department but across the firm.
Importantly, you will also be able to display:
- Excellent and comprehensive knowledge of all Wills and Probate matters.
- Good experience and knowledge of Trust Administration.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including word and outlook.
- Excellent communication and client care skills.
- Expert drafting skills.
- Strong organisation skills.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to summarise and present complex information in a clear and accessible way.
- Innate ability to work methodically and accurately with an excellent attention to detail.
- Strong presentation skills.
Benefits and Rewards
The Private Client Solicitor/Lawyer will benefit from a generous holiday allowance as well as a friendly and well-balanced environment. The firm have a great social scene with various events both internal and external throughout the year
Other benefits include:
- Hybrid working
- Pension contribution
- Bonuses link to service
- Various wellbeing initiatives.
About the Company
This is a highly successful law firm, and the Private Client department is Legal 500 recommended and are regulated by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. The firm have an established history dating back 200 years. The firm are classed as a leading firm in the Legal 500 guide, and they hold accreditations across all areas of practice.
Next Steps
If you are interested in learning more about this Private Client Solicitor role, please send your CV to Lucy Evans at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at lucy.evans@eventuslegal.com or phone 075727 60099.
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