At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic law firm as a Senior Private Client Solicitor, leading a talented team.
- Company: Award-winning law firm known for exceptional client care and quality legal advice.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, bonus scheme, and agile working policy.
- Other info: Opportunities for progression to partnership and excellent work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a supportive environment while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in private client law with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
This is a superb opportunity to join an award-winning, modern, dynamic, and supportive law firm offering specialist quality legal advice to commercial clients and private individuals. The firm’s leading private client team acts for executors and trustees on both contentious and non-contentious matters and is recognised across the A12 Corridor for its outstanding client care and high-quality work.
Due to the development and expansion of the firm, it is now seeking to appoint a Senior Private Client Solicitor to work alongside existing partners, driving a resilient and varied legal practice as well as supervising junior lawyers in the team of fifteen Solicitors. The Private Client team brings in over half of the department's fees, therefore the ideal candidate must have a strong understanding and must have gained experience working on probate matters, LPA and tax. The successful candidate will be expected to work with limited supervision but with the benefit of full administrative support.
The Candidate
- Private Client Solicitor with at least 8 years post qualification experience or equivalent
- Attend marketing/networking events for the firm to bring in work
- Representing the firm through external/internal presentations
- Giving talks at local care homes and charity groups
- Ability to work to deadlines/targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
- Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
- Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
The Benefits and How to Apply
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Bonus Scheme (Paid Quarterly)
- Agile Working Policy – Usually 3 days in the office and 2 at home
- Free Parking at all their offices
- Death in Service
- Business iPhone
- Progression path to partnership
- Life Assurance - 4 x salary/Permanent Health Insurance
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact: Thomas Brown, Retained Consultant Email: thomas.brown@williamjamesrecruitment.com
Wanted: Senior Private Client Solicitor employer: William James Recruitment
At William James Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Birmingham office provides flexible working options and a competitive salary package, alongside numerous employee benefits that support professional growth and work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for ambitious legal professionals seeking to advance their careers in contentious probate law.
