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Private Client Fee Earner

Legal Southwest

England

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established law firm in Somerset is seeking a skilled Legal Executive or Solicitor to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work independently while developing strong client relationships and contributing to the firm's growth. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Private Client work, particularly in handling Wills and LPAs, and will thrive in a dynamic environment. With a reputation for being a great place to work, this firm provides a supportive atmosphere where your expertise can shine. If you're looking to advance your legal career in a nurturing setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension

Healthcare

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to work independently and develop business through networking.
  • Experience in a busy Private Client fee-earning role is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day and complex cases including Wills and LPAs.
  • Deliver first-class client service while undertaking administration.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Networking skills

Client-facing skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with Wills and LPAs

Education

Legal Executive or Solicitor qualification

Tools

Administration tools

Job description

Our client has several offices across Somerset & Dorset. They provide a wide range of legal services to both individuals and business customers.

On behalf of our client, we are currently seeking an experienced Legal Executive or Solicitor with demonstrable and enviable experience, to establish an excellent future career in a growing Somerset law firm with a regional presence and the reputation of being a great place to work.

The successful candidate will have a proven ability to work under their own initiative and develop the business through wider networking and relationship building with new and existing clients.

You will also demonstrate excellent communication, networking and client-facing skills alongside an enviable experience of dealing with both day-to-day and complex cases including Wills and LPAs, both taxable and non-taxable Estates.

You will be self-supportive, undertaking the majority of your own administration with some support provided locally or remotely as appropriate. It goes without saying client awareness is essential whilst consistently delivering a first-class service.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy Private Client fee-earning role with an ability to work alone as required to get the job done. Applicants who have practice of participating in the development of a department and using marketing and networking to achieve this are also desirable.

The successful applicant will also be a vehicle owner and hold a full driving license.

The exact benefits you would receive depend on your position, but they might include the following:

  • Generous annual leave
  • Pension
  • Healthcare

Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send us your CV via the form below.

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