Forming an integral part of the Private Client team, recognised as one of the leading teams globally, this Associate role will advise a range of UK clients on their succession and tax planning. Roles and Responsibilities Provide practical and commercial legal advice to clients in a clear and succinct manner Manage a substantial and varied workload efficiently and cost-effectively with supervision, appropriate to the level of expertise Draft more complex documents with minimum instruction and supervision, making use of appropriate precedents Apply a commercial approach to research and evaluate relevance and accuracy in delivery of advice Where appropriate, delegate, co-ordinate and supervise the work of more junior members of the team Actively participate in client marketing opportunities such as client seminars, presentations and pitches Identify client opportunities and take appropriate steps to follow through Contribute to group knowledge and know-how initiatives Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles. Person Specification Be an England and Wales qualified lawyer (or equivalent, such as CILEX) with 2-3 years’ PQE Have an in-depth knowledge of domestic and international succession and tax planning A STEP qualification would be an advantage Demonstrate good judgement and a good legal and commercial understanding of clients’ particular needs Take a ‘hands on’ approach to managing own files and a broad case-load Have a high degree of attention to detail Have strong problem-solving skills Be flexible and willing to undertake a wide variety of tasks Be a pro-active team player, who is also highly self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative Be able to build rapport with clients and develop an effective working relationship Origin Legal is handling a number of Private Client Solicitor vacancies throughout the South of England. If you are a Solicitor, Legal Executive or Paralegal looking to consider your options, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Origin Legal follows strict best-practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.