Private Client Lawyer - minimum 5 years PQE
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Position: Associate/Senior Associate (Minimum 5 years PQE)
Location: Sherborne
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:15 pm, Monday to Friday (Flexible working available)
Salary: From £50,000 (dependent on experience)
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced and motivated Private Client Lawyer to join our growing team in Sherborne. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment where your expertise will be valued and your development encouraged. You'll be part of a well-established team that includes professionals at all levels, from apprentices and trainees to senior lawyers with decades of experience. Our legal secretaries and paralegals are integral to our success, and we work together to share knowledge, support one another, and deliver exceptional client service.
What You'll Do
* Manage a varied caseload of private client matters with confidence and technical skill
* Build and maintain strong client relationships
* Contribute to business development and departmental planning
* Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to share best practices
* Work independently while also supporting and mentoring junior team members
What We're Looking For
* Minimum 5 years PQE in private client law
* Strong technical knowledge across a range of private client matters
* A proactive, client-focused approach
* Excellent communication and networking skills
* A passion for business development and team collaboration
Why Battens?
With over 300 years of legal excellence, Battens is a firm where tradition meets innovation. We're proud of our heritage, but it's our people who drive our success. We foster a workplace that is inclusive, collaborative, and empowering, where your contributions are recognised and your career can thrive.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and reward your dedication:
* Life assurance from day one
* 4% employer pension contribution or salary sacrifice scheme
* Income protection and critical illness cover
* 26 days holiday (rising to 30 with service) plus your birthday off
* Discounted legal services, including free conveyancing
* Mental health support and therapy sessions
* Employee assistance programme
* Generous staff recruitment bonus scheme
Ready to take the next step in your legal career? Apply now for a confidential call back and discover how Battens can support your future.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Law Practice
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