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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
- 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
- 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.
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Contract Type
Permanent
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Specialism
Legal
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Working pattern
Full Time
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Job ref
BBBH132540
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Expiry date
24 May 2025
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