Job Description:
Full job descriptionPrivate Client Solicitor
*Job Type: Permanent
*Location: St Andrews
*Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join an established firm in St Andrews. This role would suit a Solicitor with a few years’ PQE, although an NQ with strong relevant experience will also be considered.
This Private Client Solicitor position will focus on quality private client work, including wills, powers of attorney and executries. It is a strong opportunity for someone looking to build their experience in a varied caseload, with particular interest in estate administration and inheritance tax matters. The successful Private Client Solicitor will also benefit from genuine progression opportunities within the team.
Day-to-day of the role
*Manage a caseload of private client matters, including wills, powers of attorney and executries
*Assist clients with estate administration from start to finish
*Advise on inheritance tax matters where experience allows
*Handle higher-value estate work and more complex files
*Liaise with clients, executors and other professional parties
*Provide clear, practical and sensitive advice throughout the client journey
*Maintain accurate file management and ensure matters progress efficiently
*Support the continued growth of the private client department
Required Skills & Qualifications
*Qualified solicitor with private client experience, or an NQ with strong relevant training
*Experience handling wills, powers of attorney and executries
*Interest in or experience of executry administration
*Knowledge of inheritance tax would be advantageous
*Strong communication and client care skills
*Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload
*A professional, empathetic and commercially aware approach
Benefits
*Competitive salary, dependent on experience
*Strong progression opportunities for the right candidate
*Opportunity to work on a broad range of private client matters
*Exposure to higher-value estate work
*Support to develop your expertise within a growing area of practice
To apply for this Private Client Solicitor opportunity, please submit your CV or reach out to Paul Farquharson at Reed.
*Job Type: Permanent
*Location: St Andrews
*Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor to join an established firm in St Andrews. This role would suit a Solicitor with a few years’ PQE, although an NQ with strong relevant experience will also be considered.
This Private Client Solicitor position will focus on quality private client work, including wills, powers of attorney and executries. It is a strong opportunity for someone looking to build their experience in a varied caseload, with particular interest in estate administration and inheritance tax matters. The successful Private Client Solicitor will also benefit from genuine progression opportunities within the team.
Day-to-day of the role
*Manage a caseload of private client matters, including wills, powers of attorney and executries
*Assist clients with estate administration from start to finish
*Advise on inheritance tax matters where experience allows
*Handle higher-value estate work and more complex files
*Liaise with clients, executors and other professional parties
*Provide clear, practical and sensitive advice throughout the client journey
*Maintain accurate file management and ensure matters progress efficiently
*Support the continued growth of the private client department
Required Skills & Qualifications
*Qualified solicitor with private client experience, or an NQ with strong relevant training
*Experience handling wills, powers of attorney and executries
*Interest in or experience of executry administration
*Knowledge of inheritance tax would be advantageous
*Strong communication and client care skills
*Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload
*A professional, empathetic and commercially aware approach
Benefits
*Competitive salary, dependent on experience
*Strong progression opportunities for the right candidate
*Opportunity to work on a broad range of private client matters
*Exposure to higher-value estate work
*Support to develop your expertise within a growing area of practice
To apply for this Private Client Solicitor opportunity, please submit your CV or reach out to Paul Farquharson at Reed.
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