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My client is searching for an experienced Private Client Fee Earner to join their Thanet, Kent offices.

Job Purpose

To advise on a broad range of private client matters, undertake research, prepare documents and correspondence, interview clients, negotiate on behalf of clients and meet billing targets
To contribute to our mission of establishing lifelong relationships with all our clients by anticipating and responding to their needs for quality legal services

Main Duties

To manage a varied caseload of private client matters including:
- Wills
- Probate
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Court of Protection cases

To take a proactive approach in building professional relationships with clients and other contacts
To maintain and promote the good image and reputation of the firm
To assist colleagues, Directors and Heads of Department with marketing and training events and initiatives
To manage and supervise junior staff and support staff as required including assisting with recruitment, training etc
To use the case management software

General Duties

To work in a flexible way to ensure that the workload is completed and to undertake any other jobs commensurate with the level of the post.
To establish, maintain and enhance team-working with colleagues and staff of the firm
To keep confidential all information about individuals and the business of the firm and work within the guidelines of the GDPR.
To abide by our Equality and Diversity, Health and Safety, Anti Money Laundering Policies and all other relevant policies

Experience

Significant experience in Private Client Matters (ideally 1 years+ PQE) as a Paralegal, Legal Executive, Solicitor or equivalent
Experience of working on own initiative with minimum supervision
Experience of establishing, building and sustaining professional relationships with clients and other contacts

Other Desirables

Relevant professional qualification (desirable)
Good understanding of Anti Money Laundering responsibilities and GDPR requirements
Satisfactory DBS

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful