Southerns Solicitors has over 200 years of experience in providing comprehensive legal services to both individual and commercial clients across the North West. We are committed to delivering an outstanding legal service to all our clients, combining up-to-date specialist knowledge with a down to earth approach.
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Fee Earner to join our friendly and supportive private client team as we continue to grow. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of private client matters from instruction to conclusion, always ensuring the highest standards of client care and regulatory compliance. Administrative support provided.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing a varied caseload of private client matters including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate and Estate Administration.
* Advising clients on inheritance tax planning and estate planning strategies.
* Drafting Wills, Trusts and related documentation.
* Handling the administration of estates from instruction through to distribution.
* Providing compassionate and clear advice to clients during sensitive situations.
* Liaising with beneficiaries, executors, financial advisers and other professionals.
* Court of Protection finance work.
* Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and firm standards.
* Actively supporting the continued growth and strong reputation of our private client team, with client care at the forefront.
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for applicants who have the below qualifications and who can demonstrate:
* A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive or fee earner with relevant experience in private client work.
* Confident in managing your own caseload with minimal supervision.
* Technically strong with a sound understanding of probate and estate administration processes.
* Client-focused, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritise effectively.A collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Job Location
Based predominantly at our Burnley Office, with hybrid working available and the facility to work from the Preston office.
Burnley Office (Main Place of Work)
4a – 6a Hargreaves Street, Burnley BB11 1ES
Preston Office
68 Glovers Court, Preston PR1 3LS
Benefits & Rewards
The most valuable part of our business is our people. We provide the following benefits* alongside a friendly working environment that allows our team to flourish.
* 22 days’ annual leave, with an additional 3 days at Christmas plus Bank Holidays*
* 1 additional day’s leave for your birthday (subject to one year’s service and where it falls on a normal working day)
* Workplace pension (Company Contribution of 3%)*
* Off-site paid parking
* Regular team social events
* Flexible working arrangements*
* Salary sacrifice electric car scheme*
*Some benefits are subject to eligibility.
To apply please email your CV along with a short cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you feel you would be a good fit for the role to Emma Jackson (Practice Manager): ejackson@southernslaw.co.uk.
Alternatively, you can apply online on our website: www.southernssolicitors.co.uk
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