Private Client Solicitor - Chatham
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I'm partnered with a well-established and highly respected law firm in Chatham that is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its growing Private Client department. This position offers a varied and engaging caseload, a supportive working environment, and strong opportunities for professional development.
The Opportunity
You’ll be working within a successful, well-structured team handling a full range of private client matters, including:
* Estate and care fees planning
* Will drafting
* Lasting Powers of Attorney
* Court of Protection work
* Trusts and trust administration
* Probate and estate administration
* Inheritance tax planning
* Charity-related matters
* Deputyships
STEP membership is desirable but not essential. The firm actively supports training and is happy to consider candidates currently studying toward STEP.
Candidate Profile
The firm is seeking a solicitor with consistent experience across wills, trusts, estates, and tax issues. You should be confident handling your own caseload with minimal supervision and able to demonstrate:
* Strong technical competence across all areas of private client law
* Excellent communication and client care skills
* The ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
* A professional, organised, and proactive approach
Secretarial support will be provided.
Why This Firm?
This is a great opportunity to join a firm known for its strong culture, stability, and commitment to staff development. Benefits include:
* 1,000 welcome bonus after six months' service (for direct applicants)
* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
* Private healthcare (AXA) after six months
* Workplace pension through Scottish Widows
* 30% discount on all legal services for staff
* 25% discount for immediate family members
* Staff referral bonuses
* 100 no-sick-leave bonus in December
* Annual black-tie Christmas party and summer BBQ
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