Private Client Fee Earner - Minehead - 3+ PQE

Private Client Fee Earner - Minehead - 3+ PQE
Location: Minehead (Flexible Working Available)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 (depending on experience)

A well established regional firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Fee Earner to join its respected team in Minehead. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a varied and high quality caseload within a friendly, supportive environment offering genuine career progression.

The Role
You will manage a broad and interesting range of private client matters, including:

• Estate administration
• Wills and trusts
• Estate planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection matters

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own caseload with autonomy
• Providing clear, comprehensive advice to clients
• Ensuring all files are handled in line with internal procedures and professional standards
• Supporting colleagues with overflow work where needed
• Meeting clients, assessing their needs and drafting relevant documentation
• Providing accurate statutory interpretation and legal advice
• Maintaining accurate time recording and issuing regular bills
• Delivering a high quality, client focused service

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to:

• A qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE in private client work or
• An experienced non qualified fee earner with equivalent expertise

You should also demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge of private client law
• Excellent attention to detail
• A professional, conscientious and reliable approach
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
• Strong client care skills and a proactive mindset

About the Firm

• Highly regarded private client team with a strong regional presenceu
• Quality client base including agricultural and landed estates
• Friendly, supportive culture
• Flexible working options
• Competitive salary, pension and bonus schemes

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*