Private Client Solicitor

Private Client Solicitor, 2 years + PQE
Brook Street is currently looking to recruit a Solicitor to join a renowned independent Scottish Legal firm based in Moray. This firm has been established for a number of years and has grown from strength to strength. It is known not only for its impeccablelegal knowledge but also for its friendly and collaborative work culture.
The Private Client team acts for a wide range of clients, providing a full range of private client services including all aspects of trust and executry administration, the preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney, tax and succession planning and other privateclient related.
Key responsibilities include:
"Provision of a quality service to clients in dealing principally with Executries, but also with the preparation of Wills and tax planning, preparation of Powers of Attorney, administration of trusts and guardianships and the financial affairs of elderly clientsin permanent residential care.
"Be able to do the necessary accounts and to have an awareness of all tax implications in relation to Executries and Wills.
"Generate satisfactory level of fee income in accordance with set fee income targets, record all time and fee promptly during and/or on completion of transactions.
"Adhere to monthly fee earner certificate process.
"Keep up to date with developments in the law and regulatory requirements.
"Take part in regular departmental business meetings.
Key experience and skills required:
"Demonstrates an appropriate range of legal knowledge and seeks to develop technical competence.
"Ability to develop positive working relationships across the firm and with clients; gain the respect of colleagues.
"Ability to assess clients' needs and offer practical guidance.
"Willingness to network and promote the firm's services.
Our client offers a competitive salary, benefits package and further career and personal development opportunities.
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