Job Title: Private Client Solicitor

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000

Location: West Sussex

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with my client, a leading law firm based in East Sussex. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a growing Private Client department. We are seeking candidates with 3+ years PQE who are looking to join a highly reputable firm as part of an ambitious growth strategy.

Duties include:

• Day to day conduct of matters on behalf of clients in respect of all private client matters including wills, trusts, probates and administration of estates and lasting powers of attorney.
• Explaining complex legal matters to clients
• Financial control with regard to cashflow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures
• To meet agreed time recording, billing and recovery of costs targets
• To develop and maintain client relationships
• To ensure the client is regularly informed of work in progress and continuing contact is maintained
• To exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner at all times
• To take positive steps to ensure that existing clients are aware of the various types of legal work carried out by the firm
• To participate in marketing activities organised by the Marketing department and taking advantage of networking and business development opportunities
• To maintain Lexcel compliance and comply with all regulatory obligation

The successful candidate will have:

• 3+ years PQE and prior experience working in a busy Private Client department.

• Knowledge of Wills, Powers of Attorney, and estate administration
• Ability to manage your workload
• A confident communicator with excellent client service skills
• A high degree of efficiency and accuracy
• Experience in marketing initiatives and promoting services

Package:

• £ 55,000 - £65,000
• 23 days annual leave + BH
• 5%/5% pension contributions
• Life Assurance 4x salary
• Legal Services benefits
• Flexible working (60% in office 40% from home)

Join this highly reputable firm that is one of Kent’s largest and oldest legal practices. They offer a fresh approach and work hard to maintain loyalty and trust. The opportunity to join a growing Private Client department is one not to be missed!!

If you feel you meet the above criteria, please apply online for immediate consideration.

This role is being handled by Harrison Rowe, Legal & Compliance Specialist for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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