Family Solicitor Surrey

Private Client Lawyer

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Cobham, Guildford, Cranleigh, Godalming, and Woking
• Salary: Up to £60-80,000PA, Depending with experience

We are seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join our firm, with multiple Surrey offices and been at the heart of the community for over 100 years. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) and possess in-depth technical knowledge in handling a full range of cases including wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney, probate, inheritance tax, and estate planning. This role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for progression within the firm.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Attend and advise new and existing clients efficiently and effectively, including advising potential new clients and accepting new instructions.
• Regularly liaise with clients and third parties such as expert witnesses, courts, counsel, beneficiaries, probate registry, and HMRC.
• Work closely with secretaries to ensure timely production of documents including letters, attendance notes, and briefs.
• Maintain up-to-date personal Learning and Development plans, reflecting on good practices and addressing any identified learning and development requirements.
• Ensure accurate recording of time and prompt billing of clients, liaising with the accounts department regarding financial transactions and credit control.
• Comply with all current SRA rules regarding client accounts, professional conduct, and client care.
• Undertake regular business development activities to promote the firm’s services and develop business.
• Achieve targets set for billing and chargeable hours.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years PQE in private client law (But open to hear from all levels of PQE).
• Proven ability to handle a comprehensive range of cases such as wills, trusts, and estate planning.
• Capability to run your own files independently.
• High organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good business development and networking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for career progression within the firm.
• Supportive and encouraging work culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

To apply for the Private Client Lawyer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to Mark Watts at Reed, your Local, Guildford Legal Recruitment specialist.