At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse private client matters, including wills, trusts, and estate planning.
- Company: Reputable law firm in Wareham with a focus on client relationships.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, mental health support, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Opportunity for mentoring and professional growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in clients' lives while developing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2 years PQE in private client law with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 100000 £ per year.
Location: Wareham
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Salary: £45,000 to £100,000 (PQE dependent)
Responsibilities
- Manage a varied and rewarding caseload across the full spectrum of private client matters, including:
- Wills, trusts and estate planning
- Probate and estate administration
- Powers of attorney
- Tax and succession matters
- Working closely with clients to build long term relationships
- Supporting departmental planning and business development
- Sharing knowledge and best practice across the wider team
- Mentoring junior colleagues while maintaining autonomy in your own work
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ PQE in private client law
- Strong technical skills across a broad range of private client matters
- A client focused, proactive approach
- Excellent communication and relationship building abilities
- Confidence managing files independently
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A genuine interest in business development and team collaboration
Benefits
- Life assurance from day one
- 4% employer pension contribution or salary sacrifice scheme
- Income protection and critical illness cover
- 25 days’ holiday, rising to 30 with service, plus your birthday off
- Discounted legal services, including free conveyancing
- Mental health support and therapy sessions
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous staff recruitment bonus scheme
Equal Opportunity
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
We think you need these skills to ace Private Client Lawyer – Wareham – 2+ Years PQE – Wareham
Private Client Law
Wills and Trusts
Estate Planning
Probate and Estate Administration
Powers of Attorney
Tax and Succession Matters
Client Relationship Management
