Solicitor / Legal Executive - Private Client - Somerset - 3+ Years' Experience
Location: Somerset
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £45,000 to £65,000
A well established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join its busy and highly regarded team. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload of wills, probate, trusts, tax and estate administration matters within a supportive, collaborative environment known for exceptional client care.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing a diverse and high quality caseload, including:
- Drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney
- Advising on trusts, tax, probate and estate administration
- Handling a broad range of private client matters efficiently and effectively
- Attending clients at home or agreed locations when required
- Progressing matters in line with service level agreements using the case management system
- Delivering a profitable contribution through personal fee earning and meeting time/billing targets
- Providing compassionate, sensitive support to elderly or vulnerable clients
- Collaborating with colleagues across practice areas to deliver holistic advice
- Conducting legal research and keeping up to date with legislative changes
- Maintaining high quality file management and compliance standards
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a Private Client specialist with:
- Experience across Wills, Powers of Attorney, trusts, probate and tax matters
- Strong client care skills and the ability to build long term relationships
- A compassionate, professional approach, particularly with elderly or incapacitated clients
- Excellent drafting, organisation and communication skills
- Confidence managing a varied caseload independently
- A proactive, flexible mindset and commitment to high professional standards
- Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team
Benefits
The firm offers:
- Competitive salary
- Supportive, friendly and collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for career development and progression
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Pension scheme
- Health insurance
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
