Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Kettering
The Firm
A well-established regional law firm with several offices across the Midlands and a long-standing reputation is looking to grow their Private Client team in Kettering.
They have a strong client base and a very good reputation locally. The firm offers good quality work, a supportive team environment and genuine opportunities for progression.
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The Role
They are looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their team in Kettering.
You would be joining a busy and well-regarded Private Client department and will handle your own caseload while also supporting the wider team.
The caseload will include:
* Wills and estate planning
* Probate and estate administration
* Lasting Powers of Attorney
* Inheritance Tax planning
* Trust creation and administration
You may also help support junior members of the team and work closely with senior colleagues within the department.
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What They Are Looking For
They are ideally looking for someone who:
* Is a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
* Has solid Private Client experience (around 5+ years PQE, although this is flexible)
* Has experience dealing with wills, probate, trusts and IHT matters
* Is organised and approachable
* Enjoys building good relationships with clients
A STEP qualification would be a bonus, but it is not essential.
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What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary depending on experience
* Good quality work and an established client base
* Supportive team environment
* Opportunities for career progression
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Benefits
* 26 days holiday (increasing with service) with the option to buy more
* Death in service benefit
* Private healthcare
* Group income protection
* Pension scheme with matched contributions
* Professional development support
* Retail, gym and utility discounts
* Health cash plan and health screening
* Paid volunteer leave
* Staff recognition awards
* Salary sacrifice schemes including car scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme