Avocet Legal Careers is looking for an experience Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join an ambitious and successful Devon-based law firm. This fantastic opportunity focuses on estate administration work within the award-winning department.
As one of the largest practices in the Devon and Somerset area, our client has impressive plans for the future, making this the perfect role for a bright and committed lawyer to make their mark in a vibrant firm and department.
The Private Client team covers a diverse range of expertise across all private client areas and has garnered both national and regional accolades for its exceptional work.
Private Client Solicitor Responsibilities:
- Manage a varied caseload of estate administration matters, including obtaining grants of probate/letters of administration.
- Identify and collect assets, settle liabilities, and distribute estates in accordance with wills or intestacy rules.
- Prepare inheritance tax returns, income tax returns, and complete associated formalities.
- Advise clients on complex estate matters, such as taxation, trust administration, and asset protection.
- Provide sensitive and compassionate support to bereaved clients during the probate process.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the Private Client team to deliver seamless service.
Private Client Solicitor Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years' PQE or equivalent experience in estate administration and probate.
- Comprehensive knowledge of inheritance tax, trusts, and related legislation.
- Exceptional client care skills with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships.
- Organized and detail-oriented approach to ensure efficient estate administration.
- Self-motivated and driven to continuously develop skills within private client work.
- Ambition to progress within the firm's award-winning Private Client department.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
- 5 weeks of annual leave, plus a birthday day off and additional days for long service.
- Profit-related bonus scheme.
- Auto-enrolment pension and life assurance.
- Cash health plan and legal fee allowance.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Gym Membership.
- Flexible working arrangements, including work-from-home policy.
- Opportunity to work alongside a senior property litigation expert.
- Supportive and friendly team environment within a growing firm.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued success of our clients esteemed Private Client team. The successful candidate will have the chance to take their career to new heights while benefiting from comprehensive training, support, and a generous benefits package.
For more information on this exciting role, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers.