A senior opportunity for an Estates Solicitor looking to progress their career within a supportive and experienced team, advising a strong client base on a varied range of estates matters.
The role would suit a solicitor with at least 4 years’ PQE and a strong estates background, ideally gained within a recognised regional or national firm. You’ll have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, work alongside highly skilled colleagues and build strong relationships with clients.
The Role You’ll provide legal advice across a range of estates matters, taking responsibility for your own files and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and cost-effectively. The role will involve drafting and reviewing legal documentation, conducting research and keeping up to date with relevant legislation, regulations and case law.
You’ll also play an active role in the wider development of the department, including:
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Supporting marketing, networking and business development activity.
- Contributing to articles, legal updates, presentations and thought leadership.
- Working with colleagues to ensure costs and estimates remain accurate.
- Managing billing and collection in line with firm procedures.
About You The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a valid practising certificate and at least 4 years’ PQE, with a strong background in estates work.
You’ll ideally bring:
- Strong technical knowledge of estates legislation and procedure.
- Excellent analytical, research and communication skills.
- The ability to manage your own workload and competing priorities.
- A collaborative approach and the confidence to work autonomously.
- A proactive attitude towards business development and professional development.
- A strong commitment to client service and professional standards.
What’s on Offer The firm offers a competitive benefits package alongside genuine opportunities for progression and development, including:
- Up to 2 days’ home working per week.
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
- A day off for your birthday.
- Pension scheme and private medical cover.
- Medicash health cash plan.
- Life assurance and income protection.
- Paid car parking.
Private Client Senior Associate - Ipswich - 4+ PQE - Hybrid - £60,000-85,000 DOE employer: qed legal Careers
Join a leading Legal 500 recognised firm in the Thames Valley, where you will be part of a supportive and progressive Wills Inheritance Team. With a strong emphasis on professional development and career progression, this firm offers an excellent work culture that values quality legal work and client service. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a highly regarded practice that has been acknowledged for its excellence, providing you with meaningful and rewarding employment opportunities.
