An award-winning, Legal 500 law firm is looking to recruit a Private Client Solicitor to join its growing Slough office. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor who is confident managing their own caseload and is looking to take a hands-on role in developing and growing a Private Client department. The role is highly client-focused, with regular client meetings both in the office and off site. You will also be expected to develop professional networks and help grow the Private Client team.

This provides an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to take ownership and play a key role in building the department.

Key Responsibilities
You will manage your own caseload and advise individuals and families across a broad range of Private Client matters, including;
• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Trusts
• Inheritance tax and estate planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection matters

Key Attributes
• A fully qualified Solicitor with Private Client experience
• Experienced in managing their own case files from start to finish
• Able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
• A strong communicator with excellent client-facing skills
• Confident with networking
• Hands-on, proactive and commercially minded
• Keen to help develop and grow a team
• A 2:1 degree and a STEP credential would be ideal alongside any other relevant formal qualifications

Hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday-Friday (Office-based)
Please note: there is no on-site parking

Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment’s Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you.
Consultant – Ellie Crocker.

To provide administrative and legal support, primarily to the family and litigation department but also to others if requested and to contribute to the effective operation of the Litigation Department and the firm as a whole.

Key Responsibilities

• Dealing with clients and other people calling at the office
• Progressing cases as requested by the fee earner
• Word processing; Sending and receiving e-mails; Filing papers and computer documents; Photocopying, faxing and scanning; Linking incoming post to appropriate case files; Sending and receiving letters and faxes; Liaising with court staff and other third parties as required; and Other tasks as required by the fee earner.

Key attributes

• Good working knowledge of Computers and Word software
• General administration/office skills/telephone skills
• Time management skills and ability to prioritise own workload
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English both spoken and written
• Ability to deal sensitively and effectively with clients
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Experience of using office equipment, e.g. photocopiers, scanners, fax machines
• Diary management and organisational skills
• Knowledge of forms/layouts used in legal documentation
• General knowledge of the legal and court systems relating to Family and Civil work

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills.  Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment’s Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you.

Consultant: Danielle Godbold

Our client are seeking a driven and detail-oriented solicitor to join their growing Private Client department. With a varied caseload and the opportunity to handle high-value and complex matters, this role offers a clear path for career progression – including future partnership opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling new client enquiries and taking instructions
• Identifying and valuing estate assets and liabilities
• Preparing IHT forms and applying for Grants of Representation
• Administering estate assets, including property and trust arrangements
• Preparing estate accounts and calculating tax liabilities
• Wills
• Meeting new clients and taking clear, detailed instructions
• Drafting wills, including those involving complex trust structures
• Overseeing the execution of wills
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Advising on and preparing LPAs
• Managing the registration process from start to finish

Key Attributes

• Minimum 1–2 years PQE in private client work
• Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently
• A solid billing history with a commitment to high standards
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Ambition to grow within the firm and work toward partnership

Benefits

• 20 Days Holiday (Plus BH) and closure at Christmas
• Standard Pension

Consultant Ellie Crocker

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment’s Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you.