Private Client Solicitor

Private Wealth Solicitor | National law firm BCL Legal is working with a leading law firm to recruit a Solicitor to join their L500 highly regarded Private Client department. The Firm Our client is a prominent UK Top 50 law firm. The Department The Private Client team is composed of over 60 specialist lawyers, including 15 partners. This dynamic team has the expertise and resources to provide high-quality, practical legal advice to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, families, trustees, family-run businesses, and trust companies both in the UK and internationally. The team focuses on fostering long-term relationships, offering practical and commercial solutions on complex tax, trust, and estate planning matters. In addition, the department works closely with the firm's Agricultural team, advising farming families and Landed Estates on succession and tax planning. Purpose of Job: As a Solicitor in the team, you will manage a diverse caseload involving wills, trusts, tax, estate, and succession planning matters. You will work collaboratively with other team members on larger or more complex cases, while independently managing smaller, simpler files. Your role will include: -Taking client instructions and providing tailored legal and commercial advice -Drafting legal documents, including deeds, advice notes, letters, and correspondence -Managing client relationships, ensuring regular communication and expectations are met -Supporting business development efforts to grow your own practice and that of the department -Assisting senior team members as required Accountabilities Your responsibilities will include: -Running and managing client files from inception to completion -Communicating directly with clients and managing their expectations -Drafting and reviewing documents, ensuring they meet the client's needs -Contributing to business development initiatives -Collaborating with senior members of the team as needed The Candidate This is a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor with 1-5 years of post-qualification experience to join a dynamic and growing team with a focus on high-quality Private Client work. The ideal candidate will have: -Exceptional attention to detail, producing consistently high-quality work -A flexible approach to work, ensuring client deadlines are always met -An interest in business development and a proactive approach to growing your practice For further information, contact Soph Memhi at BCL Legal