Locum Private Client Solicitor

We have an attractive new opportunity for a Locum Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to assist within a friendly firm in Somerset, starting ASAP for up to 6 months.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a friendly, long-established practice to source a Locum Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to cover whilst the firm recruit on a permanent basis.

This assignment is to start ASAP with an expected duration of up to 6 months with potential to extend beyond this point. The ideal locum will be looking to assist 5 days per week, however candidates seeking part-time hours are welcome to apply. This is an office-based role.

Responsibilities

The successful Locum will manage a caseload of private client matters including:

• Drafting and advising on a range of wills
• Probate
• Estate administration
• LPAs
• Tax and Trusts
• Court of Protection

Benefits

• Attractive hourly rate of up to £60 DOE
• Friendly culture and team
• Secretarial support

Requirements

• At least 3 years' experience as a Locum Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Experience handling busy and varied private client caseloads
• Ability to work self-sufficiently and hit the ground running in a locum role

To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.

Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.