About this role
Private Client Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive – Kingsbridge
An established South West law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its growing team in Kingsbridge and take responsibility for a dedicated sub team.
The Private Client Role
You will manage an established portfolio of private clients while overseeing the day-to-day work of a small team.
Your caseload will cover a broad range of private client matters, including:
Will drafting and reviewEstate planning and succession planningProbate and estate administrationInheritance Tax planning and adviceLifetime planningLasting Powers of AttorneyCourt of Protection mattersTrust creation and administration The department acts for a loyal and established client base, including a significant number of high-net-worth individuals and families throughout the South Hams and wider Devon area.
Team Leadership and Progression
This is more than a standard Private Client fee-earner position. The role could therefore suit a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive who has already gained some supervisory experience, or someone who is ready to take their first step into a team leadership position.
About You
The firm is looking for a qualified Private Client lawyer with a minimum of 2 years' PQE and solid experience across core areas of private client work.
You should have:
Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal ExecutiveAt least 2 years' post-qualification experience in Private ClientExperience managing your own Private Client caseloadStrong knowledge of wills, probate and estate administrationExperience with estate planning and inheritance tax mattersThe ability to work independently and take ownership of filesAn interest in developing your leadership and supervisory responsibilities A STEP qualification would be advantageous, as would previous experience supervising colleagues. However, neither is essential for the right candidate.
Salary and Benefits
As the successful Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, you will benefit from:
Salary of up to £65,000 depending on experience25 days' annual leavePensionParking permitHybrid and flexible working optionsStrong administrative supportOpportunity to take on team leadership responsibilityPotential relocation assistance for candidates moving to Devon What Next?
Apply with your CV for further information, or contact Paul Norman at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion about this Private Client vacancy and other Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive opportunities across Devon and the wider South West.