Solicitor - Private Client

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Solicitor with ambition to work in our private client department. This role will require undertaking fee earning work, working both independently and as a member of the team, maintaining existing relations with the firm’s clients and assisting in developing new relationships with third party referrers. This would suit someone looking for a unique opportunity of working with high net worth individuals. Working from our Leicester hub, collaboration is important so you will need to be able to be in the office with the team 3/4 days per week. The work is varied and rewarding, with a good degree of autonomy and encouragement to develop.

What you will be doing:

• To undertake fee earning work, working both independently and as a member of the team and provide a profitable contribution to the work of the department.
• To maintain existing relations with the firm’s clients and assist in developing new relationships with third party referrers.
• Conduct of private client and related matters on behalf of clients.
• Administration, with opportunities to work on all areas of Private Client.
• Participate in the growth and future development of the department, assisting in the build-up of the client database and marketing the firm’s services.
• Maintain orderly and up-to-date files including electronically and comply with the firm’s policies on file management.
• Complete time recording and other management records required by the firm.
• Use case management programmes to run cases.
• Liaise with clients (taking messages, arranging meetings etc.), demonstrating professionalism, diplomacy and sensitivity in all communications.
• Liaise with other professionals e.g. financial advisers and accountants.
• Conduct legal research.
• Manage financial control of your own matters with particular regard to cash flow through collection of monies on account and billing procedures.
• Recognise fee-earning opportunities and develop as appropriate.

What you will need:

• You will have a caring nature, seeing this role as more than a ‘job’, taking your responsibilities to our clients very seriously, whether the task is big or small.
• When it comes to individuals’ lives, every detail matters, so you will consider the wider implications of your actions and like to go the extra mile.
• You will be personable, approachable and have a genuine interest in dealing with individuals and their families.
• This role involves some basic accountancy skills for reconciling client accounts, so good numeracy skills and a competent knowledge of Microsoft Excel are important.
• You will also need strong written and oral communication skills, being able to adapt your style to communicate effectively with a wide range of clients and fellow professionals alike.
• You will be exceptionally organised and used to working efficiently and accurately in a busy and varied role.
• You pride yourself on your professionalism, with a personal touch and a high standard of honesty and integrity.
• We are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds. What is important is your attitude, personality fit and interest/knowledge in private client work.
• Training will be provided to enable you to succeed in this role and make a real difference to the lives of our clients.

Benefits, Agile Working and Additional Information:

We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work. We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible; after all, we value what you do, not where you do it. This role is a hybrid position based from our Leicester office with the opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week.

Equal Opportunities: Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.