PRIVATE CLIENT LAWYER

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Private Client Lawyer

Location: Poole, Dorset

Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm

Salary: £52,000 – £65,000 per annum (D.O.E & qualifications)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Overview

We are delighted to be working on behalf of a progressive, highly regarded law firm to recruit an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join their team based in Poole.

This role is ideal for an ambitious, self-motivated solicitor or legal executive looking to build and run a high-quality caseload of general Private Client work. You will be dealing with a premium local client base, managing matters such as Will drafting, Estate Administration, Tax, Trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney. The firm offers, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive environment where your contribution is genuinely rewarded.

Private Client Lawyer Key Responsibilities

Caseload Management:

* Autonomously run a full and varied caseload of Private Client matters, including complex Wills, Estate Administration, high-value Trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Service Standards:

* Deliver the highest possible legal and service standards, ensuring clear, articulate, and compassionate communication with clients.

Team Support:

* Act as a senior presence in the office by providing support and mentorship to junior members of the team.

Financial Targets:

* Efficiently manage time recording and billing, motivating oneself to meet and exceed realistic firm profitability targets.

Business Development:

* Proactively build lasting relationships with clients and professional contacts to encourage networking and the referral of future business to the firm.

Key Skills Required

Qualifications:

* Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with approximately 3 to 5 years’ PQE in private client law (candidates outside of this bracket with relevant experience are still welcome to apply).

Accreditations:

* STEP or SFE (Solicitors for the Elderly) accreditation is highly desirable, or a strong ambition to work towards acquiring these.

Autonomy:

* Proven ability to work independently, utilise resources effectively, and manage time efficiently under own initiative.

Interpersonal Skills:

* Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal and tax information accurately and empathetically to clients.

Systems Literacy:

* Previous experience utilising a legal case management system is highly advantageous.

To Apply

If you want to shape your future within a growing, client-focused firm that actively listens to its employees, please submit your up-to-date CV via the application link

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