Our client is an award winning and leading Legal 500 recommended Surrey law firm. They have been looking after the best interests of individuals, families and business clients for more than 100 years and their online reviews show that they are their clients’ first choice of law firm in Surrey.
Due to expansion, they are looking to boost their Private Client department with a further Solicitor or Legal Executive.
The role:
You will be joining a Private Client department consisting of 2 Partners, 7 lawyers and a Barrister.
Working on your own caseload of:
* Wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney, probate, inheritance tax, and estate planning.
* Attending and advising new and existing clients in an efficient and effective manner.
* Liaising with clients on a regular basis, liaising with third parties in connection with client matters.
* Liaising with secretaries to ensure timely production of documents.
* Keeping up to date with personal Learning and Development plan.
* Ensuring the accurate recording of time.
* Billing clients promptly.
* Complying with SRA rules.
* Undertaking regular business development activities.
* Achieving targets set for billing and chargeable hours.
Requirements:
* Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 1 years + practising in Private Client work
* A genuine passion for private client work.
* Exceptional communication skills.
* Consistently meet billing targets while delivering top-tier service to clients.
* A collaborative team player, fostering positive relationships and prioritising client care.
* Proactive in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, contributing to the growth and development of the team.
What they offer:
* Competitive salary
* 28 days holiday plus your birthday off
* Offer support for your dedication and quality work by providing the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and experience with structured career progression and extensive training.
* Private Health scheme
* Bonus
* Pension scheme
If you have the relevant experience, enthusiasm, and commitment, and are looking to join a dynamic, friendly team dedicated to excellence, we invite you to submit your application. Please contact me as follows:
Alice Neal at alice@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 464 2524 (office hours) or 07904922615 (out of office hours).
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The PQE identified in this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
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