Private Client Solicitor

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Job description

Job Title: Private Client Solicitor

Location: Cheltenham

Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time and Part-Time

Salary: 62,000 - 67,000 per annum

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-established Legal 500 recognised firm in Cheltenham, specialising in commercial and private client work. Offering excellent levels of client care has seen this firm grow and as such a Private Solicitor at Senior Associate is sought to join the firm.

Responsibilities:

As a Private Client Solicitor, you will be responsible for dealing with complex wills, probate, and estate planning work. Your main duties will include:

• Advising clients on legal matters related to wills, trusts, and estate planning
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents including wills, powers of attorney, and estate planning documents
• Handling the administration of probate and estate matters
• Providing expert guidance and support to clients throughout the legal process
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years of experience in private client work
• Strong knowledge of wills, probate, and estate planning laws and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle complex legal matters with attention to detail
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality legal advice and services

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• STEP qualification or working towards it
• Experience working in a reputable private client department
• Client management and business development skills

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid and agile working available
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays and Christmas Shutdown
• Pension Contribution up to 5% matched
• Financial support towards BUPA
• Life cover at 2 times salary
• Income protection r
• Ongoing training and support for professional development
• Excellent work-life balance

How to Apply:

If you are a qualified and experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for an exciting opportunity to join a reputable legal firm in Cheltenham, please submit your CV and cover letter through our online application portal, or email me on to arrange a conversation. We look forward to reviewing your application.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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