Private Client Solicitor

My client is searching for a Private Client Solicitor or Fee Earner to join their Portsmouth, Hampshire offices.

Job Purpose:

• To advise the firms clients on all Private Client matters to include: Wills, Probate & POA.
• To build strong client relations at all times.

Duties

• Drafting wills and preparation of trusts
• Preparing powers of attorney
• Estate administration
• Advising on inheritance tax
• Keeping clients up to date with progress on their matter
• Marketing and promoting the team to increase revenue streams including production of articles and content
• Providing assistance with training and development of other team members
• Providing assistance to other fee earners in the Firm as required
• Minimising risk in dealing with all work and ensuring all files are managed in accordance with the Firm s risk and file management procedures
• Carrying out all work in accordance with procedures and systems documented in the Office Manual, and the Firm s training seminars.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience:
• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 1-year PQE;
• 2 x A Levels or equivalent
• Law degree or equivalent
• Experience of working in a busy office

The post holder will:

• Contribute to the successful overall performance of the firm.
• Create and maintain effective partnerships/relationships with colleagues, clients and the general public.
• Develop and support the culture of collaboration and commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes.
• Comply with the principles and standards set out by the firm in the office manual.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.