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Senior Private Client Solicitor
- Location: Whitstable
- Job Type: Full-time / Hybrid
- Salary: £Competitive depending on experience
Are you an experienced Private Client Lawyer looking for a new challenge? Join our highly respected and established Private Client team, recognized by The Legal 500 for our expertise in wills and estate planning. This role offers the opportunity to handle a varied caseload and work independently with minimal supervision.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Manage a varied caseload of Private Client matters including:
- Wills, drafting documents, deeds, and letters.
- Estate and tax (mainly inheritance tax) planning advice.
- Administration of estates for lay executors and professional executors.
- Trust advice and preparation.
- Powers of attorney preparation and registration.
- General private client matters (excluding conveyancing work).
- Provide estate and tax planning advice tailored to the needs of individual clients.
- Advise on the administration of estates and trusts, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.
- Prepare and register powers of attorney, ensuring all legal standards are met.
- Offer general private client advice, supporting clients through various legal processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in private client law, with a strong background in estate and tax planning.
- Excellent client care skills, with the ability to relate to clients of all levels.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to support, supervise, and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Strong organisational and communication skills, ensuring clear and effective client communication.
Benefits:
- Flexibility to work from home after a settling-in period, providing a balanced work-life environment.
- Opportunity to be part of a team that values excellent client care and professional growth.
- Engage in meaningful work that has a significant impact on our clients’ lives.
If you possess excellent communication skills, strong client care abilities, and commercial awareness, apply now to become a vital part of our team. Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position or reach out to mark DOT watts AT reed DOT com
