A fantastic opportunity has arisen for experienced Private Client Solicitor to join my clients team in their Ripley, Derbyshire offices. Job Purpose: • To advise on a range of private client matters including wills, probate, Court of Protection cases and LPAs, • To undertake research, prepare documents and correspondence, interview clients, visit properties, negotiate on behalf of clients and meet billing targets • To uphold our values of Honesty, Respect and Teamwork, and work in accordance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Principles and Code of Conduct • To contribute to our mission of establishing lifelong relationships with all our clients by anticipating and responding to their needs for quality legal services Main Duties: • To manage a varied caseload of private client matters including: • Wills • Probate • Lasting Powers of Attorney • Court of Protection cases • To take a proactive approach in building professional relationships with clients and other contacts • To maintain and promote the good image and reputation of the firm • To work in a flexible way to ensure that the workload is completed and to undertake any other jobs commensurate with the level of the post. • To establish, maintain and enhance team-working with colleagues and staff of Ellis-Fermor and Negus • To keep confidential all information about individuals and the business of Ellis-Fermor and Negus and work within the guidelines of the GDPR. • To abide by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Health and Safety, Anti Money Laundering Policies and all other relevant policies Experience • 5-10 years PQE in Private Client Matters as a Solicitor or Legal Executive • Experience of working on own initiative and as part of a team • Experience of establishing and building professional relationships with clients and other contacts • Experience of managing own workload, meeting deadlines and prioritising appropriately • Proven record of meeting billing targets Skills and Abilities • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • A methodical and detailed approach with a high level of accuracy • Excellent IT skills • An empathetic and caring approach Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful