Job Description
PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITORLocation: Basildon / Hybrid WorkingSalary: Competitive + Bonus + ProgressionContract: Permanent, Full TimeBenefitsCompetitive salary depending on experience.Discretionary bonus linked to performance.Hybrid working with flexibility.Strong pipeline of Private Client work and longstanding client relationships.Supportive and collaborative team environment.Genuine long-term progression opportunities.Broad and varied Private Client caseload.Professional development support and ongoing training.Established regional firm with strong local reputation.The OpportunityThis is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and growing Private Client team based in Basildon.The role will focus on non-contentious Private Client matters, including Wills, Probate and Trusts, within a supportive and professional environment. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload while working closely with colleagues across the wider team to deliver a high standard of legal and client service.The department benefits from a strong existing client base, quality workflow and a collaborative culture. This role offers genuine long-term prospects for an individual looking to further develop their Private Client career within a respected regional firm.This position would suit a Private Client Solicitor who enjoys client contact, values strong technical standards, and wants to contribute positively to a growing department.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Private Client Solicitor, you will:Manage a caseload of non-contentious Private Client matters.Advise clients on Wills, Probate, Trusts, LPAs and estate administration matters.Conduct legal research and prepare legal documentation.Handle matters from initial instruction through to completion.Maintain compliance with Law Society, SRA and internal practice management requirements.Provide a high standard of client care and communication throughout matters.Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider team.Types of Work You Will HandleThe caseload will include a mix of:Wills draftingProbate and estate administrationTrustsLasting Powers of AttorneyEstate planningGeneral non-contentious Private Client mattersRequirementsTo be considered for this Private Client Solicitor role, you will have:Ideally 5+ years Post Qualification Experience as a Solicitor in England and Wales.Strong experience within non-contentious Private Client law.Experience managing your own caseload independently.Strong communication and client relationship skills.Professionalism and attention to detail.A collaborative and team-focused approach.Knowledge of SRA compliance and regulatory requirements.Career ProgressionThis firm actively supports the progression and development of its lawyers.The successful candidate will join a stable and growing Private Client department with genuine long-term opportunities for progression, development and continued professional growth.Apply NowIf you are a Private Client Solicitor looking for a new opportunity within a respected regional firm, apply now for a confidential discussion.TPBN1_UKTJ