Job Description

Private Client Lawyer (Solicitor or FCILEX)

Location: Wetherby area (office-based)

Salary: £38,000 to £50,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: Private client training and experience required (trusts desirable)

Our client is recruiting a Private Client Lawyer (Solicitor or FCILEX) to join a busy Private Client department.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in private client work who wants to build confidence and capability in a supportive team environment, with supervision available.

The Role

You will support a varied private client caseload, delivering an excellent service to high-net-worth individuals.

The caseload will include:

• Wills

• Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Trusts (desirable)

• Estate administration

• Court of Protection

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Solicitor or FCILEX qualification

• Training and education in private client work with a strong understanding of:

• Wills

• LPAs

• Court of Protection matters

• Estate administration

• Good working knowledge of inheritance tax for tax planning and estate administration, with the ability to draft appropriate documentation

• Understanding of capacity and undue influence issues

• Understanding of the different grants of representation and how to apply for them

• Strong drafting accuracy (deeds, LPAs, wills, estate accounts and figures)

• Ability to explain technical documents in plain English

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A client-first approach and commitment to being accessible

• Ability to evaluate information in complex situations and make sound decisions, while knowing when to ask for help

• Willingness to accept feedback and develop

• Positive attitude to change and innovation

• Collaborative approach with colleagues and external professionals

Desirable:

• Trusts experience and/or additional trusts education

• Experience working to quality standards such as Lexcel and/or WiQS

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience, qualifications and skills)

• Pension plan

• Discretionary bonus scheme at every level

• Employee recruitment bonus

• Additional annual leave during office closures

• Eye testing and flu vaccination available

• Wellness policy and regular wellbeing initiatives

• Professional legal supervision as part of the wellbeing offering

• Clear career map and structured development support

• Reward and recognition initiatives and firm get-togethers

Working Arrangements

• Full-time or part-time (minimum 4 days per week)

• Office-based role

• Flexible working applications considered after successful probation

• Start date: ASAP

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.