
Private Client Solicitor
- Derby
- Permanent
- Full-time
Locations: Derby
Team: Wills & Probate
Employment Type: Full-time, PermanentA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a well-established and forward-thinking legal practice. This role offers the flexibility to be based in the Derby office, with occasional travel to other sites to meet client and community needs.We are looking for a committed and confident legal professional with at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience who is passionate about private client work and delivering exceptional service.Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a varied caseload including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Estate Administration, Inheritance Tax planning, Trusts and Later Life Planning
- Provide clear and empathetic advice tailored to each client’s unique circumstances
- Support and mentor junior team members and trainees, contributing to their ongoing development
- Work with minimal supervision, using initiative to maintain high standards of client care and efficiency
- Engage in networking, business development, and marketing initiatives to support the team’s growth and visibility
- A recognised legal qualification (Solicitor or CILEx)
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role, with strong technical knowledge across all areas of private client law
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to outstanding client service
- Confidence working independently and managing competing priorities in a busy environment
- A commercial mindset and an understanding of working to business targets
- A proactive approach to professional networking and promoting legal services
- Membership of STEP or The Association of Lifetime Lawyers (desirable, but not essential)
- Competitive salary
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Defined career progression and personal development plans
- Pension scheme
- Medicash personal health plan
- Access to Perkbox employee discounts and rewards
- Birthday day off
- Regular team social events
- Wellbeing and mental health support
- Staff and family discount scheme
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