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About the Firm:
Streathers Solicitors LLP is a highly regarded London law firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence across a broad range of legal services. Our Private Client department, a STEP Employer Gold Partner, is highly experienced in advising a diverse portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, families, and international clients on complex and multi-jurisdictional matters. We build excellent relationships with our clients, spanning across generations.
The firm prides itself on its collaborative and supportive culture, offering exceptional career development opportunities, and a genuine work-life balance philosophy.
Streathers Solicitors LLP, based in the heart of London’s West End, is a boutique firm, which offers services in Private Client, Residential and Commercial Property, Enfranchisement, Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial Law.
The opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and ambitious Private Client Solicitor with 1-3 years Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) to join our thriving team. This role offers the chance to gain exposure to a wide variety of sophisticated private client work, including advising an international client base. This is an ideal position for a solicitor looking to strengthen their expertise and contribute meaningfully to a highly successful team. You will receive mentoring and training from our private client partner, as well as having the opportunity to work directly with our clients.
Key responsibilities:
Working on a range of private client matters, including:
* Estate Planning: Drafting wills, often involving foreign assets, business interests, and complex family structures. Providing bespoke inheritance tax planning advice, to achieve client objectives.
* Probate and Estate Administration: Assisting with the management of complex and often high-value probate matters, including cross-border estates with multi-jurisdictional assets and intestacy rules.
* Taxation: Providing comprehensive advice on UK tax implications for individuals, including income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax, with a particular focus on international clients.
* Trusts: Advising on the creation and administration of trusts, including advising trustees on their duties.
* Powers of Attorney: Drafting and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) for property and financial affairs, and health and welfare, as well as general powers of attorney.
* International Client Work: A significant element of the work will involve advising high-net-worth international clients, including non-resident individuals, on their UK assets, tax considerations, and succession planning under supervision.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
* Proactively managing your own caseload, under appropriate supervision.
* Displaying excellent commercial awareness
* Drafting clear, concise, and legally accurate documents, often in a highly bespoke manner.
* Attending and leading client meetings, building strong, long-lasting client relationships.
* Collaborating effectively with colleagues to provide holistic client solutions.
* Actively participating in business development and marketing initiatives.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 1-3 years PQE gained within a reputable firm.
* Demonstrable experience across a broad range of private client matters.
* Proven experience in advising high-net-worth individuals.
* An understanding of the complexities involved in advising international clients is desirable.
* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are paramount.
* Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving approach.
* A strong academic record (2:1 degree or higher)
* A genuine willingness to actively engage in business development activities, raise the firm’s profile, and contribute to the growth and reputation of the department.
* STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) qualification is highly desirable but not essential.
Staff Benefits Package:
* Competitive remuneration package
* A friendly and supportive working environment
* Excellent career and training progression opportunities
* Firm Pension
* 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays pro rata (plus half day on Christmas and New Years Eve)
* Subsidised gym membership with Fitness First
* Medical insurance
* Confidential employee assistance programme (EAP)
* Group Life Assurance Scheme (4x salary)
* Flexible/hybrid working.
* Option to buy/sell up to 5 days of holiday each year
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave package
* Early finish on Fridays during the summer months
* Frequent social events
* Financial wellbeing
To Apply:
If you are a highly motivated, client-focused, and talented private client Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV to sgarnish@streathers.co.uk.
Streathers Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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