Job Description
Senior Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive (10+ PQE)
Legal 500 Firm - Hertfordshire
Location: Hertfordshire | Salary: Competitive + Benefits
We are instructed by a highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Hertfordshire to identify an accomplished Senior Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (10+ years PQE) to join their well-established and respected Private Client department.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned practitioner to take on a senior role within a firm known for its commitment to legal excellence, client care, and professional development.
The Firm
Our client is a leading Legal 500 practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to a longstanding and loyal client base, including high-net-worth individuals and families. The firm offers a collaborative and modern working environment, with a flexible hybrid structure and a clear path for senior progression.
The Role
The successful candidate will undertake a broad and complex caseload encompassing:
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* Wills and Estate Planning
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* Probate and Estate Administration
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* Trust Creation and Administration
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* Inheritance Tax Planning and Succession Structuring
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* Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work
You will also play a pivotal role in mentoring junior colleagues, supporting strategic departmental objectives, and contributing to the firm's ongoing business development efforts
Key Requirements
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* Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 10 years' PQE in Private Client law
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* STEP qualification (or working towards) strongly preferred
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* Demonstrable expertise in advising high-net-worth individuals and families
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* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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* Proven ability to manage complex matters independently
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* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client relationship management and practice development
The Offer
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* Competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience
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* Discretionary bonus and benefits scheme
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* Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
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* Supportive and collegiate firm culture
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* Genuine long-term career progression, with potential for partnership or leadership roles
Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency. Please note our advertisements may use PQE / Salary levels purely as a guide, however we would be happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills needed to perform the role; IM 59864 (Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive- Hertfordshire)