Inheritance Protection / Private Client Solicitor

Are you looking to work in a prestigious law firm with a rich history and reputation for excellence? Join Biscoes, an award-winning firm providing exceptional legal services to clients across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. If you're passionate about the law and eager to advance your career in a dynamic and rewarding setting, we want to hear from you.

• Role: Inheritance Protection / Private Client Solicitor
• Hours: 35 per week
• Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

We are currently looking for an experienced Inheritance Protection / Private Client Solicitor to join our busy Inheritance Protection team. Working in a small but expanding team, and reporting to the Head of Department, you will be responsible for providing advice and assistance to a range of clients. This role is office based in Lake House, Port Solent.

Role Responsibilities

As an Inheritance Protection / Private Client Solicitor you will be responsible for effectively and efficiently managing your own diverse caseload. You will provide sound, professional advice to clients in respect to:

• Wills
• Trusts
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• The Administration of Deceased Estates
• Inheritance tax and care home fee planning
• Lifetime gifting
• Declarations of Trust

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate will be someone with proven experience who takes a professional, client-first approach to each case they run. They will have sound knowledge and expertise in the field, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to communicate in a friendly, professional and confidential manner. The role will suit those with a positive and flexible approach and an ability to remain calm under pressure in order to project the image and ethos of the firm at all times.

Whilst character is important to us we do require a certain level of experience and qualification to succeed in this role. These are:

• Must hold qualified solicitor status in England and Wales or be a qualified Legal Executive.
• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience dealing with inheritance protection matters.
• STEP qualified (or in progress) is desirable but not essential.

Do not worry if you are not an exact match to these requirements. If you are in the process of attaining the required qualification, hold an equivalent qualification or have comparable experience to our requirements please also apply so these can be discussed with you.

Please be aware all roles require the right to work in the United Kingdom, sponsorship of such right will not be provided. The successful candidate will also require a satisfactory DBS check.

As part of our commitment to supporting those who have served in our armed forces, we guarantee an interview for any former service personnel who meet the minimum requires of the role.

Why Join Biscoes?

• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including a healthcare cashback scheme, employee assistance programme (EAP) a discounts platform (CSSC) and a range of salary sacrifice schemes. Colleagues also have access to discounted and in some cases free legal services.

• Work-Life Balance: At Biscoes, we understand the importance of work-life balance. While we take our work seriously, we also value the well-being and happiness of our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements and a self-managed time off policy to help you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

• Professional Development: We believe in investing in our people. At Biscoes, you'll have access to comprehensive training resources and ongoing support to help you excel in your role and advance your career. Whether you are a fee-earner or a member of support staff, we invest in you to reach your full potential.

• Our Culture: We empower our team members to deliver exceptional service by fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across various practice areas, leveraging their expertise and insights to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

• Exceptional Reputation: As a long-serving institution, Biscoes has built a solid foundation of trust and respect within the community and beyond. Joining our team means becoming a part of this esteemed legacy and contributing to our continued success.