At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle wills, probate, and estate administration while building strong client relationships.
- Company: Established regional law firm with a friendly and professional team.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic legal environment.
- Why this job: Join a respected firm and make a real difference in clients' lives.
- Qualifications: 1+ years PQE in private client work and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive
An exciting opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive, with experience in estate administration, to join a highly regarded and established firm of solicitors with offices in Hartlepool, Peterlee, Durham and Wingate.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake fee earning work including will drafting, probate and estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, trusts and Court of Protection matters.
- Maintain and develop strong client relationships.
- Maintain accurate, orderly, and up-to-date files in line with the firm’s policies on file management.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and firm policies, including Lexcel standards.
Person requirements
- Solicitor / Legal Executive with experience of all aspects of private client work, in particular, estate administration.
- 1+ years PQE in private client work within a working environment.
- Ability to run own caseload from start to finish with sound knowledge and a proven track record of providing legal advice and assistance in private client matters.
- Experience of using a case management system together with practical knowledge and use of IT systems including MS Word and Excel.
- Good verbal and written communication skills together with an organised and methodical approach to working with excellent attention to detail.
- A polite, cheerful attitude, particularly when meeting clients.
- A committed and self-motivated individual who can work as part of a professional, friendly team.
Duration
Permanent
Salary
To be agreed depending on experience
Location
- Hartlepool, Peterlee or Durham
- Working hours: Full time or part time hours available
- Company information
We are a regional firm of solicitors established in 1986 offering a wide range of services to private and business clients.
We have offices in Hartlepool, Peterlee, Durham and Wingate, undertaking private and publicly funded work.
We have been awarded the Lexcel Legal Practice Quality Mark annually since 2018.
Please refer to our website www. tmjlegal. co. uk for more information.
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Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive in North East employer: Tmjlegal
Join a highly regarded firm that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture in the heart of Hartlepool, Peterlee, or Durham. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on maintaining Lexcel standards, we offer our Private Client Solicitors and Legal Executives the opportunity to thrive in their careers while building strong client relationships in a friendly team environment. Enjoy the benefits of flexible working hours and a collaborative atmosphere that prioritises both personal and professional growth.
