This leading independent Scottish firm is seeking to appoint a talented Private Client Senior Solicitor to their friendly Edinburgh office.
For solicitors looking to develop their expertise through exposure to a varied and fulfilling workload, this is an opportunity to enter a firm where your hard work will be recognised and rewarded.
The Firm
This Top 200 independent Scottish firm prides itself on providing expert legal advice, tailored specifically to their client. Whether a large multinational or a small family, this business seeks to develop long-term relationships with its clients, built on a foundation of trust and legal prowess.
The firm has grown off the back of this and has received numerous Chambers & Partners, as well as Legal 500 rankings in recognition of the firm's success in developing some of the most astute and knowledgeable legal talents in Scotland.
Setting this firm apart from its competition is its ability to provide first-rate legal advice at the same time as constructing an outstanding working environment and culture for its staff. Those who join the firm tend to stay because of this flexible and honest environment and are rewarded with excellent progression opportunities.
For those looking for professional development, the Partners at the firm are an excellent store of knowledge and are known to be incredibly generous with their time. Trainees and solicitors are often found working directly alongside Partners showing there are no barriers to learning and development - it is actively encouraged.
If you are a legal professional who is keen to develop in-depth expertise in your chosen practice area and progress in your career while working in a supportive and rewarding environment, this firm is an excellent fit.
The Role
Working as part of this collegiate Legal 500 team, you will support this established and growing Private Client team to service a dynamic caseload of clients. Variety of work creates a refreshing role where the solicitor takes ownership of clients to provide a range of advice on asset protection, tax and executry administration.
You will work with large trusts and estates, HNW individuals, support succession planning and create and execute wills and power of attorneys, as well as working on guardianship and capacity cases.
Clients and cases span the full gamut of size and complexity, meaning the role will provide the successful candidate with unrivalled practical experience.
Fulfilling and client-focused, you will be in a position to progress towards the upper ranks of this leading firm and develop a real depth of expertise in private client work, taking a decisive step forward in your career.
The Ideal Candidate
Is a talented private client solicitor with 2+ years of PQEExcellent verbal/written communicator with first-rate interpersonal skillsHas a client focus and approaches problems in an effective, organised and skilled mannerAbility to manage complex and varied workload efficiently to the highest standardHas a proactive, innovative and value-adding mindset
What's on offer
Joining a Legal 500 law firm and award-winning employerExposure to high-quality and varied workFirst-rate career development opportunitiesPaid professional development courses with study leaveStrong salary commensurate to experienceLucrative bonus structureExcellent benefits package
If this exciting opportunity is of interest to you, apply now for immediate consideration.
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