Position Title: Private Client SolicitorLocation: BasingstokeSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceReference: BH-36982Work Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout The Firm:My client is Basingstoke’s leading law firm, known for providing expert legal services with a strong reputation for excellence. The firm’s Private Client team is well-established, offering specialist advice in wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and lasting powers of attorney. Due to continued success, my client is looking to hire an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their busy team.Position Overview:The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload of private client matters, delivering tailored estate planning solutions and ensuring exceptional client care. Trust experience is preferable.Key Responsibilities:• Manage a caseload of wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and tax planning.• Provide expert advice on lifetime planning and succession strategies.• Draft and review trust documentation.• Assist clients with Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters.• Handle complex inheritance tax and estate planning issues.• Liaise with clients, financial advisors, and other professionals to ensure smooth estate administration.• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.Requirements:Essential:• Qualified Solicitor with experience in private client law.• Strong expertise in wills, probate, estate planning, and tax matters.• Excellent client care skills, with a compassionate and professional approach.• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.Desirable:• Trust experience is preferable.• STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) qualification or working towards it.The Benefits & How to Apply:• Competitive salary.• Employee Assistance Programme, including contributions towards dental, optical, specialist consultations, alternative therapies, chiropody, prescriptions, and health screening.• Option to add children for free and access face-to-face counselling.• Competitive bonus scheme for both fee-earning and non-fee-earning employees.• Enhanced maternity policy.• Extra day off for your birthday.• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.• Wellbeing and mental health support.• Optional healthcare packages.• Free parking.• Client referral bonuses.• Active social schedule.• Annual LawNet Challenge participation.• 20% discount at a preferred local restaurant.• Reduced conveyancing fees.Apply in the strictest confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.Contact Person: Shabir JizaContact Email:Contact Phone:IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19](https://uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made)

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