Private Client Solicitor or Director

Newhaven Office or other Local Office

Full-time or Part-time In person with some home working available

Benefits

Bonus schemes
Personal Health Cash Plan
25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus birthdays off
Enhanced sick pay
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Paid study leave
Employee discounts

Private Client Practitioner / Solicitor / Director role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Practitioner or Solicitor or Director to join our friendly Private Client team here at Barwells.

The role is intended to be based in our Newhaven office, but could be based in another of our offices and some home working will be available.

The role has a mixed private client caseload and may cover for example (depending on experience) Probates, Intestacies, Taxable Estates, Wills, LPAs, Court of Protection, Trusts and management of client’s affairs; therefore a candidate who has a range of experience would be ideal.

The successful candidate will work alongside other Solicitors / Practitioners within Private Client and will work with and report to the Directors and Head of Department.

Key responsibilities

To manage all client work allocated by the Head of Department or other Director.
To provide an ongoing high standard of client care to existing clients.
To work with Directors and other Private Client Practitioners, playing an active role in developing new business.
To deliver fee income in line with targeted objectives.
To keep informed of all changes in the Law and Practice and maintain relevant CPD.
To supervise, support and develop immediate support staff.
To perform work in line with the firm’s risk procedures, comply with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors.

What we are looking for

3+ years PQE as a Private Client Solicitor or Practitioner
This role would also suit someone who is ready to step into a Director role, or an existing Director looking for a new challenge
Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied caseload and deliver a high-quality service
Ability to work independently but seek advice from other members of the department.
Excellent mentoring skills to develop support staff
Excellent interpersonal and client care skills
Friendly, proactive and a positive attitude
A strong ability for networking would be desirable.

To apply for this role, please email your CV along with a covering letter to practicemanagement@barwells.com