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Private Client Solicitor
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Towcester, West Northamptonshire
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Job Title: Private Client Solicitor/Lawyer
Reports To: Head of Department & Directors
Primary Location: Northants (with potential travel to Market Harborough and to clients across the East Midlands)
Salary: Negotiable (based on experience) + pension + private medical
The Role
A Private Client Lawyer with at least 4 years’ experience is sought to join a well-established Private Client Team. This role has arisen due to significant growth, and the successful candidate will be someone who shares a passion for delivering exceptional client care during often challenging times in their clients’ lives.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for career progression within a supportive environment. The role involves working closely with the Head of Department and team members, handling high-net-worth Private Client matters, and collaborating with the Agricultural Property and Rural Estate Team. Recognised for high service standards, the firm seeks an individual who is committed to maintaining and enhancing these values.
Primary Duties
1. Provide Inheritance Tax and Estate Planning advice, including drafting Wills and Trusts. (Knowledge of Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief is advantageous.)
2. Draft Lifetime Trusts and support with trust administration procedures.
3. Administer estates, including calculating inheritance tax and applying for relevant reliefs.
4. Draft and register Lasting Powers of Attorney.
5. Participate in team and firm-wide marketing initiatives.
6. Collaborate with colleagues to help achieve the firm's strategic objectives.
7. Undertake other duties as directed by the Head of Private Client or Directors.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Education:
* Qualified Solicitor/CILEx (or equivalent) with a minimum of 4 years PQE or substantial relevant experience – Essential
Skills & Competencies:
* Excellent client care and communication skills – Essential
* Proficient IT and Microsoft Office skills – Essential
* Strong time management and prioritisation – Essential
* Ability to work both independently and within a team – Essential
* Comfortable with marketing and networking – Highly Desirable
* Full UK/EU driving licence and own transport – Essential
Personal Attributes:
* Confident, persuasive, and commercially aware communicator – Essential
* Initiative and decision-making ability – Essential
* Thrives in a focused yet supportive team environment – Essential
* Creative thinker with commercial acumen – Desirable
* Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development – Essential
* Willingness to contribute significantly to the firm – EssentialBefore You Apply
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