Private Client Solicitor

Role: Private Client Solicitor

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £33,000 to £71,000 DOE

Location: New Milton

Hours: Full Time – Monday – Friday. 9am – 5pm. (Hybrid work available after probation)

Our client is a well-established law firm based in New Milton. With a great client base and offering a diverse workload, our client prides themselves on the high level of service they provide to their clients. The successful candidate will have directorship opportunities, and this is an exciting time for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join the firm.

Benefits:

·       Competitive salary

·       Discounted legal fees

·       Multiple social events + many more

Duties and Responsibilities of a Private Client Solicitor:

·       Manage client matters such as Wills, LPA’s, Trusts from instruction to completion, providing written and verbal legal advice.

·       Meet with clients face-to-face to take instructions and understand their objectives.

·       Assess client goals, draft legal documents, and liaise with professionals including solicitors, HMRC, and agents.

·       Maintain compliant files, manage deadlines, costs, and client expectations.

·       Prepare, dictate, and manage correspondence and documents in line with firm processes.

·       Ensure regulatory compliance and ongoing professional development.

·       Record time, manage billing, prepare estate accounts, and comply with SRA Accounts Rules.

About You:

·       At least two years’ post-qualification experience.

·       Experience with Will Trusts and the Trust Registration Service (desirable).

·       Excellent communication and client care skills.

·       Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.