Private Client Solicitor
Salary £60k - £65k DOE
North London / Hybrid (prestige firm)
Highly regarded, Commercial Boutique Law practice with several offices across London are looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to add value to their successful team. They are looking for a proactive candidate to deliver consistently high levels of client service, working mostly with HNW clients.
The Role:
Managing your own caseload including work as follows:
- Wills –expert advice on all structures of wills – whether leaving assets directly or including asset protection, and potential tax mitigation, through Trust structures and accompanying Letters of Wishes.
- Probate – assistance with all aspects of estate administration, including contentious situations.
- Trusts – expert advice on all aspects of Trusts, including their creation and termination, trustees’ duties and liabilities, beneficiaries’ rights, contentious
- Trust matters and Declarations of Trust Powers of Attorney – preparation, registration (where applicable) and use of General, Business and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
- Court of Protection – concerning Deputyship appointments and applications.
- Estate planning – including tax law planning and advice, succession and exit planning for family-owned businesses, property, and assets.
- Advice for clients who have complicated arrangements with assets or business interests, internationally and in the UK.
What they are looking for:
- 3 years PQE with a broad scope of private client matters including working with HNW clients.
- Excellent academics - 2.1 Class degree preferred min.
- Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, organisational, and administrative skills.
- Adept client care skills and ability to manage own caseload.
- Must be experienced at multi-tasking, managing time sensitive documents, and taking responsibility for delegated tasks.
- Must thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment.
What they offer:
- Competitive Salary and benefits Healthy balance of work and fun.
- Vibrant, friendly, and supportive culture
- Stimulating work environment
- Hybrid working
- Career scope
If you're an enthusiastic and exceptional person with a proven track record of providing astute advice to corporate clients, I would love to hear from you! Please contact me as follows:
Jo Cokayne at jo@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9236 (office hours) or 07925104795 (out of office hours).
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