Private Client Solicitor

An established regional law firm is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its highly regarded Private Client team in Ludlow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional to take responsibility for a varied private client caseload while working alongside experienced partners and colleagues across a well-established Midlands team.

The Role

The successful Private Client Solicitor will manage a broad range of matters, including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Estate administration and probate matters
• Trust creation and administration
• General private client advisory work
• Client relationship management
• Supporting marketing and business development initiatives
• Identifying opportunities for cross-team referrals

The role offers hybrid working, with up to two days working from home

About the Candidate

The firm is seeking a qualified Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with:

• At least 5 years' post-qualified experience (PQE)
• A strong background in private client law
• Experience managing a varied or generalist private client caseload
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• The ability to build effective relationships with clients, colleagues and external contacts
• A thorough understanding of professional and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of GDPR, Solicitors' Accounts Rules and Law Society guidance
• A proactive approach to business development and networking
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A full UK driving licence

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality legal advice and exceptional client service
• Manage matters efficiently from instruction through to completion
• Maintain compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and internal requirements
• Develop and maintain strong client and professional relationships
• Contribute to business development, marketing and networking activity
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support opportunities for cross-referrals
• Follow appropriate procedures relating to debt recovery and financial compliance
• Contribute positively to the continued growth of the Private Client team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 28-29 days' annual leave
• Additional Christmas leave and statutory bank holidays
• Private medical insurance and healthcare benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 wellbeing support
• Discounted legal services for employees and family members
• Death in service benefit
• Company pension scheme
• Annual colleague events
• Hybrid working following probation
• 35-hour working week

Why Consider This Role?

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and growing Private Client legal team where professional development, quality work and employee wellbeing are prioritised.

The firm promotes a collaborative, inclusive culture and provides opportunities to become involved in business development, CSR, health and wellbeing and social initiatives, alongside a rewarding legal career.

To be considered for this role or to hear more contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal or apply online.