Job Description

Senior Associate - Private Client (Wills/Probate/Trusts)

Hybrid/Leamington Spa

Our client, a leading Legal practice, are looking to recruit a Senior Associate to join their established Private Client practice, who will be dealing with a range of non-contentious matters - Wills/Probate/Trusts/LPA's, with career progression opportunities up to partnership level.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for running own caseload and ensuring deadlines are met;
• Assisting Partners on complex and high value matters;
• Ensuring the retention of good clients through appropriate client management and service delivery;
• Ensuring all new instructions are appropriately scoped and priced, with good financial management;
• Ensuring clients receive accurate, up-to-date legal advice that takes account of their circumstances and represents "value for money”;
• Contributing to the development of the team business plan and take ownership for the delivery of assigned activities;
• Developing relationship with peer group across the firm;
• Supporting business development/marketing and attending conferences; and
• Managing direct reports as the team continues to grow.

About you:

• 3-5 years+ post-qualification experience in private client law - Wills/Probate/Trusts/LPA's
• Strong technical experience in handling a varied cases load and drafting skills
• Have experience of Court processes and procedures and related case management;
• Be adaptable, enthusiastic, have a flexible approach and be able to work under pressure both individually and as part of a team;
• Able to build and manage client portfolios, generating work for self and team
• Ensure that the client is at the heart of all activities which generates valued service outcome in a timely and cost-effective manner;
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner at all levels; and
• Have strong commercial acumen and aspirations to grow and succeed with the firm.
  
  

Benefits: 

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days), pension, private healthcare, training and development, life assurance, healthcare scheme, subsidised gym membership, hybrid working, on-site parking, canteen and an active social committee. 

Our client values the differences and advantages that a diverse workforce brings to the firm and is committed to ensuring that all applicants are valued as individuals and treated with respect and fairness. It’s no surprise that they have been awarded “Great Place To Work” status! 

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