Private Client Solicitor

Position: Associate Solicitor – Private Client Team

Location: Preston, North West England

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid working arrangements may be available

About the Role: 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced Associate Solicitor to join a growing Private Client team. This role is perfect for a Solicitor looking for a new challenge and the chance to progress their career within a collaborative, professional environment. The role involves providing expert legal advice on IHT and estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate matters, while maintaining a sustainable work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on a wide range of Private Client matters, including wills, IHT and estate planning, trusts drafting and administration, probate, administration of estates and lasting powers of attorney
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the departmental strategic plan to drive business growth
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, referrers and stakeholders
• Participate in business development activities, including presentations, training events, articles/newsletters and submissions to Chambers & Legal 500
• Support the Head of Department, Partners and other advisors on cases
• Manage, supervise, train, coach and mentor Solicitors & Paralegals
• Ensure compliance with internal and external business requirements, including ISO:9001 quality control and SRA Principles/Code of Conduct
• Monitor and report on financial and business performance
• Contribute to internal continuous improvement, innovation and knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with other departments on joint files, projects and events

Skills and Experience Required:

Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor (or CILEX equivalent) with at least 5 years’ PQE within a Private Client department, ideally as an Associate or Senior Associate
• Expert knowledge of the Private Client sector
• Experience advising on complex/high net worth Private Client matters, particularly Wills and Trusts
• Proven experience handling large projects and business development activities

Skills:

• Excellent client care skills and the ability to provide professional and competent legal advice
• Strong presentation and client handling skills
• Good knowledge of IT systems, including Word, Outlook and case management systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards
• Ability to supervise, manage, motivate and inspire others
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle (reasonable adjustments can be made for disabilities)

Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Celebration leave
• Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
• Company pension and profit share scheme
• Long service awards
• Subsidised tuck shops
• Health care benefits, including Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services
• BUPA for Solicitor positions
• Retailer and gym membership discounts
• Recruitment and legal department referrals
• Annual events and social committee activities

How to Apply?

If you are a dedicated Associate Solicitor looking to advance your career within a supportive and forward-thinking law firm, we encourage you to apply. For more information, please contact Amelia Greenough at G2 Legal.

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