Private Client Solicitor

Posted 19 hours 36 minutes ago by BCL Legal

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Yorkshire, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS1 8
Job Description
The Firm

The client is ranked as a leading firm by the legal directories for Private Client work and has one of the largest teams in the regions. The firm will offer great support and a friendly environment. Leading Private Client firm in the UK.

Role

Working with the Partners and fee earners within the Private Client department, key responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting fee earners working on a wide range of Private Client matters, ensuring all required documentation is in place.
  • Managing own caseload, dealing with a variety of Private Client matters.
  • Dealing with the administration of Trusts, including preparing annual trust accounts and corresponding with Trustees and Beneficiaries.
  • Liaising with Stockbrokers in respect of Trust assets, making the appropriate distributions.
  • Completing tax returns, including calculating the tax where necessary or liaising with accountants.
  • Deal with the administration of Estates, whether under a Will or the rules of Intestacy.
  • Taking instructions and drafting Wills to meet specific requirements, and where appropriate, providing inheritance Tax advice.
  • Completing tax returns on behalf of clients.
Requirements

You will be a Private Client Solicitor with at least 3 years' experience.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Progression opportunities
  • Great benefits
  • Hybrid working
  • Opportunity to work within a national firm

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.