Private Client Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Position: Associate Solicitor – Private Client Team

Location: Preston, North West England

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid working arrangements may be available

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced Associate Solicitor to join a growing Private Client team. This role is perfect for a Solicitor looking for a new challenge and the chance to progress their career within a collaborative, professional environment. The role involves providing expert legal advice on IHT and estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate matters, while maintaining a sustainable work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on a wide range of Private Client matters, including wills, IHT and estate planning, trusts drafting and administration, probate, administration of estates and lasting powers of attorney.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the departmental strategic plan to drive business growth.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, referrers and stakeholders.
• Participate in business development activities, including presentations, training events, articles/newsletters and submissions to Chambers & Legal 500.
• Support the Head of Department, Partners and other advisors on cases.
• Manage, supervise, train, coach and mentor Solicitors & Paralegals.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external business requirements, including ISO:9001 quality control and SRA Principles/Code of Conduct.
• Monitor and report on financial and business performance.
• Contribute to internal continuous improvement, innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with other departments on joint files, projects and events.

Skills and Experience Required:

Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor (or CILEX equivalent) with at least 5 years’ PQE within a Private Client department, ideally as an Associate or Senior Associate.
• Expert knowledge of the Private Client sector.
• Experience advising on complex/high net worth Private Client matters, particularly Wills and Trusts.
• Proven experience handling large projects and business development activities.

Skills:

• Excellent client care skills and the ability to provide professional and competent legal advice.
• Strong presentation and client handling skills.
• Good knowledge of IT systems, including Word, Outlook and case management systems.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Ability to supervise, manage, motivate and inspire others.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle (reasonable adjustments can be made for disabilities).

Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Celebration leave.
• Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities.
• Company pension and profit share scheme.
• Long service awards.
• Subsidised tuck shops.
• Health care benefits, including Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services.
• BUPA for Solicitor positions.
• Retailer and gym membership discounts.
• Recruitment and legal department referrals.
• Annual events and social committee activities.

How to Apply?

If you are a dedicated Associate Solicitor looking to advance your career within a supportive and forward-thinking law firm, we encourage you to apply. For more information, please contact Amelia Greenough at G2 Legal.