Birchrose Associates are recruiting for a Locum Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to assist at a reputable firm based in the Southeast for 2 months + in duration.
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a L500 firm in the Southeast, to recruit for a Locum Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to cover an increase in workload. The role can be carried out on a hybrid basis, although they will also consider candidates who can go into the office just in the first week and then they can work fully remotely.
This assignment is to start ASAP with an expected duration 4 weeks, with potential to extend beyond this point. The locum is free to work full time or part time, with a minimum of 3 days per week required.
Responsibilities
The successful Locum will manage a caseload of private client matters including:
- Probate matters
- Inheritance Tax
- Estate administration
The locum will benefit from highly experienced secretarial support and support from the Head of Department and other Fee Earners in the team.
Benefits
- Competitive pay in the range of £45 - £50 per hour DOE
- Flexibility with hours / working pattern
- Hybrid working
- Secretarial support
Requirements
- At least 5 years' experience as a Private Client Solicitor Legal Executive
- Experience handling busy caseloads of private client work including probate matters
- Ability to work self-sufficiently and hit the ground running in a locum role
To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.