Job Title: Private Client Solicitor/Fee Earner

Location: Hull or Beverley Office

Company: Lockings Solicitors

About Us: Lockings Solicitors is a well-established law firm with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal services. We pride ourselves on our client-focused approach and our commitment to delivering exceptional results. Our offices in Hull and Beverley offer a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can develop your career.

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Private Client Solicitor or Fee Earner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload, with a particular emphasis on estate administration. You will provide expert legal advice to our clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and empathy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a diverse caseload of private client matters, with a focus on estate administration.
• Handling probate and estate administration from start to finish.
• Advising clients on estate planning and inheritance tax issues.
• Drafting wills, powers of attorney, and trust documents.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legal standards and regulations.

Requirements:

• 2 year+ PQE private client solicitor/FILEX/CLC or similar experienced Fee Earner.
• Strong knowledge of probate, estate administration, wills, and trusts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to deadlines.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Commitment to providing outstanding client service.
• Track record of consistent billing.

Benefits:

• Salary £competitive
• Fantastic work-life balance
• 23 days rising to 25 days holidays (after five years service) plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme.
• Car parking pass.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with expert support from our head of department on the contentious aspects of any estate administration
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Well-being support
• Enhanced contractual sick pay

How to Apply: If you are a motivated and skilled individual with a passion for estate administration, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter to careers@lockings.co.uk. Should you have any questions about this role please contact Sarah Thomsen on sarah.thomsen@lockings.co.uk.