Eventus Legal are seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a well-established and expanding rural law firm. This permanent Private Client Solicitor job offers the opportunity to work with a varied and high-quality private client caseload whilst enjoying an excellent work/life balance. The position is available on a full-time basis, although part-time hours will be considered for the right Private Client Solicitor. Based in either Settle, North Yorkshire or Grassington, North Yorkshire, the successful Private Client Solicitor will benefit from a salary of up to £65,000 depending on experience, limited hybrid working and remote working flexibility, 36 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, an extended Christmas shutdown, workplace pension and a supportive, collaborative working environment. Working hours are 8:45am – 5:00pm with a 45-minute lunch break.
Role Responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to join a respected rural practice with a longstanding reputation for delivering exceptional client care. The incoming Private Client Solicitor will enjoy a varied workload and the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients across generations.
- Managing a broad private client caseload
- Advising clients on Wills and estate planning
- Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Administering estates and probate matters
- Advising on trusts and inheritance tax planning
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Working closely with colleagues across other departments
- Contributing to the continued growth of the private client offering
Person Specification
Applications are sought from qualified Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives with experience in private client law. The firm will consider a range of experience levels provided you can demonstrate strong technical ability and excellent client care skills.
- Experience handling a private client caseload
- Strong technical knowledge of Wills, Probate and Powers of Attorney
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive and organised approach
- The ability to manage files independently
- A commitment to delivering outstanding client service
- An interest in building long-term client relationships
- STEP qualifications or a willingness to work towards them would be advantageous but are not essential
Benefits and Rewards
The successful Private Client Solicitor will be joining a highly regarded law firm which places genuine emphasis on employee wellbeing and professional development.
- Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
- Full-time permanent job with part-time considered
- Hybrid working and remote working flexibility
- 36 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Additional Christmas closure provided by the firm
- Workplace pension with Aviva
- Friendly and supportive working culture
- Open-door management approach
- Excellent quality of work
- Long-term career development opportunities
- Superb work/life balance
About the Company
Our client is a highly respected and expanding full-service rural law firm with offices across North Yorkshire, Cumbria and County Durham. The firm has developed an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice whilst maintaining a genuinely personal approach to client care.
The practice advises individuals, families, landowners, farmers and businesses across a wide range of legal services. Employees are encouraged to develop their careers within a supportive and welcoming environment where collaboration and client service are highly valued. This Private Client Solicitor job offers the opportunity to work from either Settle, North Yorkshire or Grassington, North Yorkshire whilst enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
Next Steps
Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Private Client Solicitor job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or phone 01325 624084.0
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