Private Client Solicitor 5 PQE +

£45000.00 - £60000.00 per annum

Lewes, East Sussex

posted 24 Apr 25

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Private Client Solicitor 5 PQE +

£45000.00 - £60000.00 per annum

Apply now

About this role

Private Client Solicitor - 5 Years PQE
Lewes
Up to £60,000

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE) to join our clients respected and growing Private Client team. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of private client matters and play a key role in delivering exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Advising clients on all aspects of private client work including:
  • Wills and estate planning
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Trust creation and administration
  • Powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters
  • Inheritance Tax and succession planning
  • Managing a complex caseload with minimal supervision
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, offering a proactive and empathetic approach
  • Supporting junior members of the team through supervision and mentoring
  • Participating in business development and marketing initiatives
  • Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies Requirements:
    • Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years PQE in private client work
    • Strong technical knowledge of private client law and tax
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Proven ability to manage and develop client relationships
    • STEP qualification (or working towards) highly desirable
    • Commercially aware with a proactive attitude toward business development
    • High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
    What We Offer:
    • Competitive salary and benefits package
    • Flexible/hybrid working options
    • Supportive and collaborative team environment
    • Clear opportunities for progression and professional development

    If you are interested in this opportunity please submit your CV to Tanya Brown at Henderson Scott as directed.
    Private Client Solicitor - 5 Years PQE
    Lewes
    Up to £65,000

    About the Role:
    We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE) to join our clients respected and growing Private Client team. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of private client matters and play a key role in delivering exceptional client service.
    Key Responsibilities:
    • Advising clients on all aspects of private client work including:
    • Wills and estate planning
    • Probate and estate administration
    • Trust creation and administration
    • Powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters
    • Inheritance Tax and succession planning
  • Managing a complex caseload with minimal supervision
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, offering a proactive and empathetic approach
  • Supporting junior members of the team through supervision and mentoring
  • Participating in business development and marketing initiatives
  • Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies Requirements:
    • Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years PQE in private client work
    • Strong technical knowledge of private client law and tax
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Proven ability to manage and develop client relationships
    • STEP qualification (or working towards) highly desirable
    • Commercially aware with a proactive attitude toward business development
    • High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
    What We Offer:
    • Competitive salary and benefits package
    • Flexible/hybrid working options
    • Supportive and collaborative team environment
    • Clear opportunities for progression and professional development

    If you are interested in this opportunity please submit your CV to Tanya Brown at Henderson Scott as directed.
  • Contract Type

    Permanent

  • Specialism

    Legal

  • Working pattern

    Full Time

  • Job ref

    BBBH132540

  • Expiry date

    24 May 2025

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