Role: Private Client Solicitor
Location: St Albans
Salary: Dependent on experience
About GT Stewart
GT Stewart Solicitors & Advocates is a leading multi-office law firm recognised in Chambers UK, the Legal 500 and The Times Best Law Firms. With offices across London and the South East, we provide high-quality legal services across a broad range of practice areas and are committed to delivering outstanding client care.
Due to continued growth in our Private Client department, we are seeking an experienced solicitor to join our team based in our St Albans office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and well-established team with in a highly regarded firm that is continuing to expand its Private Client offering.
The Role
You will join a friendly and collaborative Private Client team handling a varied caseload of matters including:
Wills and estate planning
Probate and estate administration
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Court of Protection matters
Trusts and related private client work
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload from instruction through to completion, supported by administrative staff where appropriate. You may also provide guidance and support to junior colleagues or assistants within the team.
There is an existing caseload available, allowing the successful candidate to quickly become established within the role.
Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate will ideally:
Be a qualified Solicitor with approximately 4-5 years’ PQE in Private Client work, ideally STEP qualified
Have experience managing a varied caseload independently
Be confident handling matters from instruction to completion
Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Be an excellent communicator, able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues and external professionals
Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who:
Demonstrates the highest level of client care
Manages files efficiently and in accordance with regulatory requirements
Is enthusiastic, compassionate and flexible in their approach
Is committed to delivering a high-quality and timely service to clients
Working With Us
At GT Stewart, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and collaborative working environment. Our offices benefit from modern IT systems and infrastructure designed to enable efficient and flexible working.
We operate a hybrid working model, combining office based and remote working, and place a strong emphasis on trust, professionalism and teamwork.
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary, depending on experience
Generous annual leave of 25 days plus bank holidays and additional Christmas/New Year closure
Annual leave increases with length of servoce
Bonus structures linked to firm performance
Ongoing training and career development opportunities within a growing multi-office firm
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