We are seeking a Private Client Lawyer to be based at our Bexhill office.
All our files are maintained digitally, offering the added flexibility for many of our lawyers to work from home when needed, although being in the office together is still something we have found to be important, so we do ask you to spend at least three days per week at the office. We have a strong compliance and also a no-blame culture so we are confident you will feel professionally safe but also well supported.
Although we pride ourselves on our legal excellence, it’s not all work. We’re family friendly and encourage a healthy work life balance.
Duties
- Supported by an Assistant you will deal with your own caseload of Private Client matters, to include Wills & Probate, Estate Administration, Inheritance & Tax Planning, Power of Attorney and Trusts.
- You will be responsible for communicating with clients and third parties whilst maintaining accurate records of all actions taken.
- Monitoring and delegating work to your Assistant.
- Maintaining client and colleague relationships and frequently communicating with them
You will be
- A Solicitor or Legal Executive
- A great communicator with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- The selected candidate will be expected to work under their own initiative and manage their time and workload appropriately.
The Offer
- Salary depending on experience plus non-contractual bonus scheme related to your individual billing
- Support of an Assistant
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional 2 days leave during the Christmas closure.
- Statutory pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm with 1 hour for lunch.
Job type:
Full-time, Permanent
Please submit your resume with a covering email or ask more questions to hr@heringtons.com