*Salary on advert not representative, competitive salary offered and will be discussed.
We are seeking an experienced, high-quality Private Client lawyer to join our expanding team at our new Okehampton office. STEP members and those working towards full STEP membership would be preferred.
Our ideal candidate will have previous experience in the same or a similar role and thrive working in a busy and fast-paced environment. It is essential that you hold a legal qualification and genuine specialist background across the normal range of work undertaken by “Private Client” or “Trust and Estate” practitioners, such as Estate Planning and Wills (including Inheritance Tax mitigation and the use of Trusts), Estate Administration, advising on Trusts, “Elderly Client Services”, Lasting Powers of Attorney and basic Court of Protection work.
Core duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
* Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably, efficiently and in accordance with the department, firm and SRA regulation and procedures.
* Ensure that the firm’s risk management procedures are adhered to.
* Manage a personal caseload and ensure that files are managed competently, efficiently, and profitably, with close client contact, you will manage and conduct matters on their behalf, ultimately delivering an outstanding client experience.
* Development and updating of legal knowledge in the chosen area(s) of law in accordance with SRA Continuing Professional Development requirements by personal attendance at training courses, webinars, self-study, and perusal of reference material.
* Reporting to your Head of Department with any concerns and/or queries.
* Compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct and SRA Accounts Rules.
Gilbert Stephens is a thriving law firm based in the heart of Devon. We are immensely proud of our reputation built up over 100 years of serving our local communities. We provide a supportive environment for all colleagues and are committed to equality of opportunity in all of our recruitment.
Our culture is at the heart of our business and centres on our most valued assets – our people and our clients. We build and sustain healthy relationships, which are based on us understanding our staff and client needs.
We operate six offices in Exeter, Crediton, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth, Ottery St Mary and Okehampton and offer a competitive salary.
To apply for any of these roles:
If you think you have the attributes and skills to join us, then we would love to hear from you. Please email your CV, together with any relevant supporting information to Dana Mulligan.
Inclusion and Diversity are paramount to us here at Gilbert Stephens LLP. All our applicants and colleagues are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, please do not hesitate to contact us – we are always happy to help.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £20,000.00 per year
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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