Senior Private Client Solicitor
We are seeking a senior Private Client solicitor with aspirations to partnership.
Who are we?
Machins Solicitors is a leading regional multi-services law firm offering legal advice across both commercial and private client sectors, with our client base ranging from individuals, sole traders, SMEs, national, international businesses to multinational corporations. Our dedicated legal professionals strive to achieve the very best for their clients ensuring that commitment and trust are core to who we are and what we do. To be successful in this they need the right team in place.
Our partnership and management team are transparent, consultative, and open to new ideas and suggestions. We want Machins to be a great place to work so we take the time to listen to feedback and understand what we can do to support our workforce from both a personal and professional perspective. We understand the importance of well-being, home and family so we take the time to actively encourage a healthy work-life balance recognising that all our staff need to enjoy their life at work as well as outside the office.
We have a great team and the winning combination of our friendly people and inclusive culture is what makes us great to work for. We’re down to earth, likeable and caring. We are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce of nearly 120 staff working across our two offices in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. Our staff reflects all backgrounds, talents and routes into the legal profession. We encourage everyone to develop to their full potential and progress within their legal careers. We’re down to earth, likeable and caring. Every voice counts and thanks to our flat hierarchy our working environment is collaborative and supportive from day one.
We achieve great results when it comes to staff retention; take a look at our partners, some of whom joined us as trainees. Cultivating a sense of pride in your work is at the core of our staff ethos and we aim to go above and beyond when it comes to valuing and investing in our employees.
Opportunity
Due to continued growth, our busy Private Client Department are looking for a new team member to join them. The role is based in our Luton office, but the successful applicant(s) may be required to support our office in Berkhamsted at times. If you have great client care, the ability to develop client relationships, support and develop junior staff, able to work independently and within a team, then this might be the right opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
As a member of the fee earning team responsibilities will include:
- Development of a client portfolio by utilising good marketing skills, social media and networking opportunities
- Creation of relevant documentation to meet the client needs, in respect of;
- Wills, including living wills
- Probate applications
- LPAs
- Trust creation and management
- Court of protection work
- Administration of Estates
- Adherence to compliance policies and procedures
- Management of client expectations
- Client meetings
- Creation of relevant notes pertaining to meetings held
- Dealing with new enquiries
- Management of risk
- Dealing with new enquiries
- Relevant searches
- Development of proposals to maximise entitlements under HMRC inheritance rules
- Case and file management
- Supporting in the development of other team members
- Participation in CPD
- Support in marketing initiatives
- Participation in charity and networking events
- Participation in the development and delivery of webinars / podcasts
- Participation in legal clinics
We are looking for Individuals with:
- Substantial experience of working in Private Client within a legal practice environment – probably 10 + years.
- Desire to progress to Partner status
- Personal pride in the quality of their work which should be to a high standard
- Knowledge of the requirements of Lexcel
- Ability to communicate both in writing and orally with a wide range of people
- IT literate
- Self-motivated and able to perform to targets
- Ability to adapt to change
- Ability to support the needs of the vulnerable
- The ability to demonstrate a courteous, helpful and pleasant manner both in person and on the phone
- Ability to work both autonomously and within a team with a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Efficiency, reliability and flexibility
- Excellent file management skills with good time management skills
- Proven IT skills, including the use of case management systems, MS Word, Outlook and Excel
- Valid driving licence
Some of the benefits of working for Machins
- Excellent office facilities in the heart of Luton and Berkhamsted.
- Regular feedback and development opportunities
- Regular contact with Partners
- Support for CPD
- Competitive salary
- Staff introduction bonus
- 25 days holiday
- Auto enrolment pension scheme
- Enhanced sick pay
- Free eye tests
- Paid Flu vaccinations
- Discounted legal advice across all Departments
- Opportunities to participate in company sponsored charitable events
We pride ourselves on employing people who are approachable, and if you have any questions, you won’t be short of people to ask.
Details
- Luton based
- Full Time – 09:00 to 17:30 Monday to Friday
- Department – Private Client
- Reporting to – Partner, Private Client
- Salary is dependent on experience and billing history
How can I apply?
Please send your send your current C.V. together with a covering letter to [email protected]
