We are Thrings; a successful full-service law firm with sector expertise in Agriculture, Banking & Finance, Development of Land, Private Client and Business Growth across a number of practice areas, managing high quality work. We are proud to be ranked in many areas by the Legal 500 and Chambers, due to our client-centric approach.
Our welcoming and inclusive culture provides an attractive place to work, including the valuable benefit of hybrid working.
About the role
We’re seeking a NQ-2 PQE Solicitor to join our Succession & Tax team in our Ross-on-Wye office. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in wills, probate, tax and succession planning, and lasting powers of attorney to join a friendly, Band 1-ranked Private Client team.
This role would suit a newly qualified solicitor looking to build on their existing experience and further develop their technical skills and knowledge within Private Client law. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a varied range of matters, grow your expertise and develop your confidence as a solicitor within a highly regarded, supportive and collaborative team.
Day to day, you will have a varied caseload, including:
- Advising on a range of matters, including the administration of estates and trusts, tax planning, will drafting, Lasting Powers of Attorney and the drafting of lifetime Trusts
- Providing a first-class service to clients through effective handling of client files
- Drafting and preparing key legal documents
- Taking client instructions and handling matters from inception through to completion, ensuring a high standard of legal service throughout
- Maintaining strong client relationships, managing expectations, meeting deadlines and ensuring matters progress efficiently within agreed timescales
- Supporting the Partner and wider team with client work, including handling correspondence, calls and general case management
Whilst this role is based in Ross-on-Wye there will be the opportunity for you to work with other fee earners based at our other offices.
About you
We’re extremely proud of the relationship we’ve built with our clients and referrers, being recognised as their trusted legal partner. It’s important to us that you have the right blend of skills to service their needs and develop new relationships:
- Qualified Solicitor or CLIEX qualified (with higher practising rights)
- Experience of handling the administration of estates, drafting of wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, tax planning, and trusts
- If newly qualified, this experience can include a seat during your training, or experience as a paralegal within a Private Client team
- Excellent organisational, time management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to adapt your communication style to your audience
- Commercial awareness, good IT proficiency, a willingness to travel and contribute to business development activities
What’s on offer
By joining Thrings you’ll become part of a supportive, inclusive firm offering a relaxed and trusting environment allowing balance between being in the office and working from home. We also offer a great working environment and plenty of social/networking events to get involved with!
In return for your hard work, you can expect to receive a variety of flexible benefits which can be tailored to your personal and family needs including Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Health Cashplan and much more.
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity and you have the experience to join our team, we’d love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
No agencies please
Private Client Solicitor (0-2PQE) employer: Thrings
Thrings is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in either our Bristol or Swindon office. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development, competitive salaries, and a range of tailored benefits including Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance. Our hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, complemented by social events that foster collaboration and networking among colleagues.
