Simpson Judge
Private Client Solicitor
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Private Client Solicitor
Sunderland (Preferred) / Newcastle | Full or Part-Time | Hybrid Working Available
I am working with a friendly boutique law firm who are currently seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join its growing team. This opportunity is ideally suited to a solicitor, legal executive or experienced fee earner who can confidently manage their own caseload with minimal supervision. The firm is looking for someone who can hit the ground running and is not seeking a training role.
The Role
You will handle a varied private client caseload, including:
- Wills and estate planning
- Probate and estate administration
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Court of Protection matters
- Elderly client work
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The successful candidate must be comfortable drafting wills independently and have experience handling multiple probate matters from instruction through to completion.
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year's experience managing your own private client files
- Ability to draft wills without supervision
- Proven experience dealing with probate and estate administration matters
- Strong client care and communication skills
- Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Working Arrangements
The firm is open to both full-time and part-time applicants and offers a degree of flexibility around working patterns. While the role is predominantly office-based due to the nature of the client base, which includes many elderly clients who prefer face-to-face appointments, there is flexibility for one day per week working from home where required. The preferred office location is Sunderland, although applications from candidates wishing to be based in Newcastle will also be considered. The team currently works across both offices.
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What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Flexible working arrangements
- Full or part-time hours considered
- High-quality private client work
- Supportive and experienced team
- Genuine long-term career progression opportunities
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