Private Client Solicitor

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for experienced Private Client Solicitor to join my clients team in their Ripley, Derbyshire offices.

Job Purpose:

• To advise on a range of private client matters including wills, probate, Court of Protection cases and LPAs,

• To undertake research, prepare documents and correspondence, interview clients, visit properties, negotiate on behalf of clients and meet billing targets

• To uphold our values of Honesty, Respect and Teamwork, and work in accordance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Principles and Code of Conduct

• To contribute to our mission of establishing lifelong relationships with all our clients by anticipating and responding to their needs for quality legal services

Main Duties:

• To manage a varied caseload of private client matters including:

• Wills

• Probate

• Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Court of Protection cases

• To take a proactive approach in building professional relationships with clients and other contacts

• To maintain and promote the good image and reputation of the firm

• To work in a flexible way to ensure that the workload is completed and to undertake any other jobs commensurate with the level of the post.

• To establish, maintain and enhance team-working with colleagues and staff of Ellis-Fermor and Negus

• To keep confidential all information about individuals and the business of Ellis-Fermor and Negus and work within the guidelines of the GDPR.

• To abide by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Health and Safety, Anti Money Laundering Policies and all other relevant policies

Experience

• 5-10 years PQE in Private Client Matters as a Solicitor or Legal Executive

• Experience of working on own initiative and as part of a team

• Experience of establishing and building professional relationships with clients and other contacts

• Experience of managing own workload, meeting deadlines and prioritising appropriately

• Proven record of meeting billing targets

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A methodical and detailed approach with a high level of accuracy

• Excellent IT skills

• An empathetic and caring approach

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note:

Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful