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Date Added: Sat 22/06/2024

Private Client Senior Solicitor

New Malden, UK
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Company: DOUGLAS SCOTT LEGAL RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum

My client is a well-established and reputable law firm, currently on the lookout for a highly experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their team in South West London. Key Responsibilities:
  • Client Consultation: Conduct comprehensive consultations with private clients, understanding their unique needs and providing tailored legal advice in areas such as wills, trusts, and estate planning.
  • Drafting and Review: Prepare and review legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other relevant instruments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
  • Estate Administration: Oversee the administration of estates, guiding clients through the probate process and addressing any issues that may arise.
  • Tax Planning: Advise clients on tax-efficient strategies related to their estates, including inheritance tax planning and wealth preservation.
  • Business Development: Actively participate in business development initiatives, building and maintaining strong client relationships to enhance the firm's private client practice.
  • Supervision and Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior solicitors and support staff within the private client department.
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Qualified Solicitor with 6 years of post-qualification experience in private client law.
  • Strong expertise in wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning.
  • Proven track record of handling complex private client matters and achieving successful outcomes.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Preferably STEP qualified.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Hybrid working
If this role sounds of interest to you, send your CV to  or call .
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