Due to ongoing expansion, my client is currently looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor for their expanding Braintree, Essex office.

This full-time role will be varied and challenging, where you will work on your own caseload of quality private client matters. The successful candidate will be expected to deal with all aspects of the matter from inception through to completion. They offer a competitive salary and a supportive, progressive working environment working within an experienced team.

My clients award-winning firm stands apart from other practices; they are incredibly entrepreneurial, creative and offer great flexibility to their staff. They have a family friendly feel throughout the practice, they invest heavily in their staff and due to continued growth; they can offer strong prospects.

Their approach to business and their clients has put them ahead of competitors. They have core values that define who they are, how they operate and the services they offer. Their success is down to their people and the strong relationship they have built with their clients.

The ideal candidate for this role must have the following:

• 1+ years experience in advising on wills, probate and LPA's
• a background in handling their own caseload of private client matters
• a practical and commercial approach
• good personal skills and the ability to build a rapport and network
• a desire to become their client's trusted advisor
• strong communication
• a strong desire to learn
• enthusiastic and ambitious
• hardworking and organised
• adaptable and accommodating
• a smart and tidy appearance
• excellent attention to detail
• IT competent
• excellent timekeeping and attendance

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas:

• Will drafting including complex wills, estate and inheritance tax planning.
• Estate Administration.
• Taking instructions and preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney for both health and welfare and property and financial affairs.
• Experience in 'contentious probate matters
• Applications will be accepted for candidates with at least 1+ PQE.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

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