Private Client Solicitor
12-Month FTC with Potential for Permanent Position
Greenwich
Premier Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of a well-established law firm based in Greenwich. We have an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to join the firm's Wills & Probate Department, based in their Greenwich office.
Role Overview:
- Job Title: Private Client Solicitor
- Location: Greenwich
- Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC) to cover maternity leave, with the potential to become permanent
- Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
- Start Date: January 2025
- Work Pattern: Full-time, office-based initially, moving to a hybrid model (2 days in the office, 3 days working from home) following approval from the Partner
Key Requirements:
- Minimum of 5+ years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience) in Wills & Probate
- Experience in drafting wills, tax planning, administering estates, and managing Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trusts
- Strong client relationship management skills
- Compliance with Law Society, Lexcel, ISO, WIQS, and Solicitors Regulation Authority standards
Department Focus: The Private Client team provides expert legal advice and handles non-contentious legal work, focusing on wills, probate, tax planning, lasting powers of attorney, deputyship orders, and trust deeds.
Responsibilities:
- Advising clients on Wills, Probate, Trusts, and Estate Administration
- Drafting and reviewing legal documents
- Managing client expectations and communication
- Ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering procedures
- Meeting fee targets and contributing to the firm's business development through marketing and client acquisition
Systems and Tools: Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Tikit, Oyez legal forms, Westlaw, Practical Law, and other legal software is beneficial.
This position offers flexibility for candidates who are looking for a fixed-term contract or those interested in transitioning to a permanent role at the end of the FTC.
If this role is of interest to you, please apply today or contact Kirsty Cutts on or call