BakerLaw was fortunate enough to be joined by Georgie Barrow for work experience. She has reflected on her experience and learnings: “My two weeks of work experience at BakerLaw has provided me with invaluable insight into different legal practice...
Private Client Lawyer
An award-winning firm are looking to recruit a highly skilled and ambitious Private Client Lawyer to join a flourishing team. Ideally you will be 1 to 2 years PQE.
The team has a requirement for an additional Lawyer to facilitate the growth of the team.
The Role
Due to continued growth, the firm is seeking an ambitious, proactive individual who has a strong work ethic, with a desire to be an engaged team player. Demonstrating a strong academic background, you will be committed to a career in this area of law. You will have the ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment, which demands a flexible and proactive approach. Excellent organisational skills, ability to prioritise and great oral and written communication is required, along with a self-starting approach to tasks and projects. Well-developed interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact with people at all levels and most importantly the ability to inspire others.
You will be required mainly to assist and take the lead on probate and administration of estate matters although the role will also involve assisting with trust administration, Wills and LPA matters. You will join a friendly, knowledgeable team, attending upon and advising clients with all aspects relating to private client matters.
You will be responsible for:-
- Engaging with clients in a courteous and efficient way.
- Taking instructions from clients.
- Dealing with all matters to a satisfactory conclusion.
- Management of a full caseload of Probate files.
BakerLaw LLP is modern, progressive and dynamic. We strive to attract people who are commercially aware with the ability to think outside the box.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience dealing with Probate, Trusts, Wills and LPA matters.
- The ability to manage a full caseload.
- Undertaken (or willing to undertake) STEP qualification.
- Desire to build and develop workload.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- PC literate.
- Ability to work unsupervised.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- 25 days holiday.
- Pension scheme.
- Optional employee healthcare
- Life Insurance
If you would like the opportunity to join our team and believe you have the skills, personality and drive, we would love to hear from you.
Please email Claire Porter with your CV and covering letter
Closing date for applications
31st October 2019
Speculative applications (Farnham and London)
We always welcome speculative applications from talented individuals at all levels who are interested in working for a progressive law firm. If you are interested in furthering your career with us, please contact Andrew Peters, in the strictest of confidence, on 01252 730 766 or at Andrew.Peters@baker-law.co.uk
Please note - we do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies.
