Newly Qualified Private Client
hace 2 días
Cheshire West And Chester
Job Title: NQ – 5 Years PQE Private Client Solicitor Salary: Dependent on experience Location: Chester Purpose of the Role • To manage the full range of private client matters, including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Estate Administrations, and Trusts, while delivering a profitable contribution to the team., • To support the ongoing development of the practice in line with strategic business objectives. Key Responsibilities • Conduct client matters with accuracy, professionalism, and in line with regulatory and quality standards (Lexcel and SRA Code of Conduct)., • Generate fee income and manage time recording, work in progress, billing, and cash collection in accordance with agreed targets., • Actively participate in business development initiatives to grow the client base and strengthen the team’s profile., • Provide supervision and support to colleagues, including covering fee-earning work during absences or holidays., • Supervise other fee earners where required., • Take part in marketing and networking activities at team, office, or wider professional levels., • Deliver excellent client care by meeting clients in person and over the telephone, providing clear, supportive, and professional advice., • Draft and manage correspondence and documents through the case management system., • Ensure efficient organisation of both electronic and paper files, including opening, closing, storing, and retrieving client files in accordance with office procedures., • Attend and contribute to team meetings., • Develop new work opportunities from existing and prospective clients, while maintaining and nurturing a strong network of professional contacts and referrers., • Maintain strong IT and communication skills, with the ability to use case management systems, email, internet research tools, and telephony systems effectively. Skills and Attributes • Alignment with professional core values and commitment to upholding them., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with clients, colleagues, and external contacts., • Highly organised, efficient, and capable of managing tasks conscientiously within required timescales., • Positive, collaborative team player with a proactive attitude., • Detail-oriented, accurate, and reliable in all aspects of work., • Self-motivated, professional, and able to work independently using initiative. Experience and Education • Qualified solicitor, legal executive, or equivalent (NQ up to 5 years’ PQE)., • Relevant experience in private client matters, including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Estate Administration, and Trusts.