At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a varied caseload of wills, probate, and estate administration with a supportive team.
- Company: Join a well-established law firm in Warwickshire with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 23 days annual leave, private healthcare, and flexible dress code.
- Other info: Great opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by providing clear legal advice to clients in need.
- Qualifications: Experience in private client law and managing a caseload confidently.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
A great opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Lawyer to join a busy and well-established department. You’ll manage a full caseload covering wills, probate and estate administration, providing clear, confident advice to clients while working within a friendly, collaborative team. This role is ideal for a motivated Solicitor or Legal Executive who enjoys autonomy, client contact and delivering high-quality private client work.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of wills, probate and estate administration matters
- Advising clients on Wills, Probate, Court of Protection Deputyships, Powers of Attorney and Private Trusts/Settlements
- Providing guidance on income and capital taxation, tax planning and long-term care planning where appropriate
- Handling matters from initial instruction through to completion while maintaining excellent service standards
- Delivering clear, concise and responsive legal advice
- Working in line with professional standards, including SRA and Lexcel requirements
- Keeping your knowledge up to date and engaging in ongoing professional development
- Supporting business development through networking and representing the department at relevant events
- Assisting with tasks that contribute to the smooth running and growth of the department
What You’ll Bring
- Practical experience using a legal case management system for time recording and file progression
- Experience working within a private client department
- Experience in managing a caseload involving wills, probate and estate administration from instruction to completion
- Strong understanding of wills, probate and estate administration
- Ability to manage a caseload confidently from day one
- Experience using case management systems and time-recording
- Solid IT skills
- Knowledge of Lexcel, SRA Standards & Regulations and Money Laundering Regulations
- Integrity, discretion and a professional client manner
Benefits
- 23 days annual leave plus an additional day for your birthday
- Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
- Long-service recognition
- Pension scheme
- Private healthcare after probation
- On-site parking
- Flexible “dress for your day” approach
- Access to reduced-cost legal services
- Support for professional development and funded training
- Company sick pay
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Eyecare support
- Flu vaccination voucher
- Refer-a-friend incentive
Contact Details:
Nationwide Recruitment Service & HR Careers Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Private Client Solicitor in Coventry
Wills and Probate Expertise
Estate Administration
Client Advisory Skills
Tax Planning Knowledge
Legal Case Management
SRA Standards Compliance
Lexcel Knowledge
