William James Recruitment
Private Client Solicitor
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Private Client Solicitor - (3-4 PQE) - Buckinghamshire – Up to 60k + Benefits
A well-established and fast-growing regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join its expanding team in Buckinghamshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Lawyer to join a modern and ambitious practice, advising on a broad range of private client matters within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Private Client team advises individuals and families on a wide range of matters including Wills, Estate Administration, Trusts, Inheritance Tax Planning, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work.
Joining a well-established Private Client team, you will manage a broad caseload of matters whilst working alongside experienced practitioners. This role is ideally suited to a Solicitor with 3-4 years' PQE looking to build on their existing experience, develop their technical skills and progress their career within a growing and ambitious firm.
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The Role:
- Managing a varied caseload of private client matters
- Advising on Wills, Estate Administration and Probate matters
- Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters
- Providing inheritance tax and estate planning advice
- Drafting Trust documentation and Deeds of Variation
- Handling contentious and non-contentious probate matters where appropriate
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supporting business development and networking initiatives
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm
The Candidate:
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in Private Client law
- Experience across Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Planning matters
- Excellent technical knowledge and attention to detail
- Strong organisational, file management and time management skills
- Confident communicator with excellent client care skills
- Commercially aware with a proactive approach
- Ambitious and motivated to contribute to the continued growth of the department
- A collaborative team player with a positive and professional attitude
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The Benefits and How to Apply:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Structured training and development opportunities
- Clear career progression prospects
- Free parking
- Health care
- Christmas office closure
- Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious firm
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Nicole Skelland, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0113 511 7115
Mobile: 07946 492277
Email: Nicole.skelland@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally, including Legal 500-ranked practices.
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