Private Client Fee Earner

Legal Southwest; Barnstaple; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

A wonderful opportunity for a qualified Private Client fee earner to work for an exceptionally well-established legal practice with several offices in North Devon, who place an emphasis on recruiting high quality and dedicated staff with a commitment to living and working in North Devon.

The firm is very highly regarded in the local community with a long established, growing client list and offices in Barnstaple, Bideford and Braunton. They have acted for many local families for generations, but value equally new clients with a wide variety of personal and business needs.

This is a rare opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor / CILEx wanting to reconsider their work/lifestyle balance. Our client is offering a successful career path with ongoing development and partnership prospects. Whilst in a location that suits those who enjoy outdoor pursuits in one of the most enviable coastal areas, including top surfing beaches.

The right individual will have 3 – 10 years PQE and will have good knowledge of all private client matters including; Wills, LPAs and COP work, trusts, inheritance tax planning and administration of estates.

Employee Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package to support their teams and enhance their staff's overall experience with us. Some of the key benefits we offer include:

• Flexible Approach to Hybrid Working: We understand the importance of work-life balance, and offer a flexible approach to hybrid working, allowing you to manage your professional and personal commitments.
• Bonus Scheme for Fee Earners: Our fee earners have the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual performance, rewarding hard work and success.
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme for Support Staff: Based on the overall performance of the firm, our support staff are eligible for a discretionary bonus, recognising their valuable contribution to the team’s success.
• Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme: We offer a pension scheme with auto-enrolment, helping you plan for your future with peace of mind.
• Employee Discounts on Legal Services: Our staff benefit from discounts on legal work we perform for them, providing added value to the services we offer.
• Payment of Professional Memberships: We cover the cost of professional memberships, ensuring you have the resources you need to maintain your qualifications and stay connected to your professional community.
• Financial Contribution to Professional Development Fees: We provide financial support for your professional development, including contributions towards training and qualification fees to help you progress in your legal career.
• Staff Social Events: We value team bonding and offer regular social events to help our staff build connections and unwind outside of the office.
• Birthday Leave: We give all our employees a day’s leave on their birthday, so you can spend it doing what you like to do.
• Community Involvement: We encourage our employees to get involved in community social responsibility activities and provide opportunities to do so.

Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.