Private Client Fee Earner

Location

Wakefield, West Yorkshire | United Kingdom

Job description

A reputable law firm based in Wakefield are looking for a Private Client Fee Earner to join the team and work on a caseload of wills, trusts, probate, and LPA matters. The firm have exciting expansion plans, and they are looking to bring in an ambitious fee earner with proven experience, to continue the growth of the private client department.

The firm deliver excellent services to their clients and deal with high quality work. As the Private Client Fee Earner you will be responsible for your own caseload including:

• Client Consultations: Meet with private clients to discuss their legal needs, assess their requirements, and provide expert advice on various private client matters, including wills, trusts, estate planning, and probate.
• Document Drafting: Prepare and draft legal documents, including wills, powers of attorney, trust deeds, and estate planning documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Estate Administration: Oversee the administration of estates, including probate applications, asset valuations, inheritance tax calculations, and distribution of assets to beneficiaries.
• Trust Management: Manage and administer trusts on behalf of clients, including setting up new trusts, managing trust assets, and ensuring compliance with trust terms and legal requirements.
• Client Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing regular updates on the progress of their cases, addressing their concerns, and delivering exceptional client service.

The firm are wanting to speak with experienced Private Client Fee Earners. You will either be qualified as a Chartered Legal Executive and hands on private client experience, or have strong fee earning experience for a minimum of 3 years.

What's on offer?:

• Hybrid working.
• Small but supportive and friendly team environment, with the opportunity to be part of a wider team with offices regionally.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Opportunities to build and develop a team around you.

If you are interested in this Private Client Fee Earner role in Wakefield, then please get in touch Chloe Smith on 0113 467 9783 to find out more information or if you've a CV to hand please submit this for review.

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Salary

£30k - £45k per annum