Private Client Solicitor

The accountabilities within this job description support our strategic framework, which includes: Being trusted advisors to our clients and colleagues; Working to become recognised experts in our chosen specialisms; and Developing longstanding relationships with key clients and our internal teams. They also support the way we work in encouraging all our employees to be trusted advisors, driving to be better in our processes and the way we deliver our client service. We embrace individual talent and expertise through a strong collaborative work ethic. We support big-picture thinking whilst ensuring we also get the detail right. Responsibilities

• manage client/matter files under supervision, and ensure full compliance
• provide expert legal advice to a range of clients including the negotiation and drafting of documentation
• carry out in an effective, efficient and timely manner the various stages of legal proceedings with the aim of protecting the interests of the client
• meet agreed KPIs and exhibit a commercial approach to financial management
• help develop new business from existing clients and other professionals
• commit to continued professional development in this specialist sector
  
  have a positive approach to teamwork and an ability to develop relationships
• have the ability to adapt to a broad range of circumstances and remain calm under pressure
• have flexibility and ambition
• have a strong desire to learn and widen knowledge
• have the ability to act independently to a reasonably high level, but also to work with more experienced partners and fee earners on more complex and specialised matters, as required
• have experience of building relationships with both new and existing clients and professionals, as well as a natural ability to promote marketing and business development initiatives in a dynamic way
• possess good communication skills in order to explain legal matters clearly to clients
• be discrete and have the ability to respect client confidentiality
• be able to tackle tasks in a structured manner to ensure completion to a high standard
• demonstrate solid organisation and time management skills
• have experience of working in a team and the ability to develop relationships with colleagues
• have proven drafting skills and attention to detail
• possess sound problem-solving skills
  
  The benefits package includes a 4% pension contribution, 23 holiday days, and the flexibility to adjust holidays through buy and sell holiday schemes. Employees are also given the Christmas period off, ensuring time to enjoy the festive season. Financial protection is provided through an income protection scheme, covering up to 6 months in the case of long-term illness. Westfield private medical care is available through a cash plan, and a U coin voucher scheme allows for the accumulation of points that can be redeemed for vouchers.