Experienced Private Client Lawyer

Experienced Private Client Lawyer
Sleaford, Lincolnshire
Ready to take the next step with a Top 200 law firm?
Looking to join one of the oldest and most respected firms in the UK?
If you’re an experienced, commercially aware Private Client lawyer who thrives on high-quality work and strong client relationships, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
We’re recruiting for a Senior Private Client Lawyer to join our well-established and growing team in Sleaford, Lincolnshire. This is a fantastic chance to play a key role in shaping the future of a successful department within a firm known for its heritage, reputation and people-first culture.
 
Benefits include
We believe our people deserve to be well supported and well rewarded. Our benefits include:
Generous holiday entitlement
Staff discount on legal fees
Income protection
Life assurance (3 x salary)
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
 
The Role
You’ll be a confident, proactive and highly organised Private Client specialist, experienced across a broad range of matters, including:
Drafting Wills, including complex Wills and those utilising trusts
Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax planning
Preparation and registration of EPAs and LPAs
Court of Protection work
Administration of both taxable and non-taxable estates
Identifying and managing trust administration requirements
You’ll also play an active role in promoting the department, supporting business development and enhancing the firm’s already strong reputation in the market.
 
Key Responsibilities
Delivering an excellent ongoing service to existing clients
Working closely with Partners and Fee Earners to develop new business
Contributing to the growth and development of the Private Client department
Achieving agreed fee income targets
Staying up to date with legal developments and best practice
Maintaining high standards of legal, financial and risk compliance
Managing billing, cash flow and file progression effectively
 
About You
Essential:
Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
Strong experience across core Private Client work
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Ability to manage your own caseload confidently
Sound knowledge of AML regulations and Solicitors Accounts Rules
A professional, empathetic approach, particularly when dealing with vulnerable clients
Desirable:
STEP qualification (or a desire to work towards it)
Experience with agricultural estates and/or high net worth clients
Supervisory experience
Interest in marketing and business development
A following or strong local network
You’ll be proactive, resilient and client-focused, with the integrity and empathy needed to build long-lasting relationships.
Role Details
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:15pm (36.25 hours)
Location: Sleaford, Lincolnshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
A full driving licence and access to a car are required, as travel between offices and off-site appointments will be part of the role
If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your career can progress, and your contribution genuinely makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information, please call Jon on 01476 567111 or email him at jon.goodman@rrgroup.co.uk quoting J10406.
Reflect Recruitment Group is operating as Employment Agency under the Employment Agencies Act 1973.