Solicitor (4 years+ PQE), Private Client Department, Inverness - Hybrid Working.

Job Description

Solicitor (4 years+ PQE), Private Client Department, Inverness - Hybrid Working.

£60,000 - £65000K  (DOE) + Excellent Benefits Package.

Our client is a leading independent law firm with offices in Aberdeen and Inverness.

Providing a powerful combination of in-depth sector knowledge and legal expertise rivalling any of the larger, national and international firms.

All clients, from multi-national corporations to family businesses, receive a dedicated, expert and personal service. 

As a Platinum STEP Employer Partner and one of the largest STEP-qualified teams in the North East of Scotland, they are continuously recognised and ranked in both the Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 guides. 

The team operates a collaborative approach to support the development of colleagues and to encourage the strengthening of technical skills across the team.

The successful candidates will have a firm and varied basis upon which to develop their career within a friendly and progressive team which demonstrates a commitment to training and development.

Professional and technical development will form part of the core responsibilities of this position.

What our client is offering:

Opportunity to work alongside the Partners and Head of Private Client and take a leading role in shaping the Private Client offering in our Inverness office
Opportunity to undertake STEP qualification which is fully supported and funded by the firm
An extremely competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package including contributory pension scheme, cash-back healthcare and more
Flexible working
Enhanced holiday provision
Active Social & Charities Committee

Role and responsibilities:

Working as part of their established team, the successful applicant will carry out a full range of private client work with a particular focus on estate and succession planning for high net-worth clients with business and farming interests across Scotland and further afield, multi-million-pound executries and family trust work.

Previous experience of Private Client work is essential.

Core responsibilities

Dealing with the administration of estates, both alongside senior colleagues and independently
Drafting Wills, relevant letters of wishes, Powers of Attorney and Living Wills
Assisting with the establishment, administration and wind up of family Trusts and Charities, including personal injury Trusts
Advising on Inheritance Tax and other Capital Tax planning
Contributing to the Team Business Development strategy
Delivering CPD updates upon request.

Person specification

Experience of working in a Private Client Team is essential
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Willing to engage in, and be committed to ongoing professional development and guidance
Keenness to become involved with business development activities
Committed to ongoing research and exploration of relevant materials and information
Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload, seeking advice when required
Accountable for meeting deadlines and maintaining appropriate communication with the client
Committed to providing clients with sector leading advice and guidance

Please contact Michelle Beaumont in confidence for further information.