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Private Client - Solicitor

Job Description

Service care solutions are working with a platinum STEP Employer Partner who are continuously recognised and ranked in both the Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 based in Inverness, they are looking for a Private Client Solicitor.

Role and responsibilities

Working as part of our established team, the successful applicant will carry out a full range of private client work with a particular focus on estate and succession planning for high net-worth clients with business and farming interests across Scotland and further afield, multi-million-pound executries and family trust work.

Core responsibilities:

  • Dealing with the administration of estates, both alongside senior colleagues and independently
  • Drafting Wills, relevant letters of wishes, Powers of Attorney and Living Wills
  • Assisting with the establishment, administration and wind up of family Trusts and Charities, including personal injury Trusts
  • Advising on Inheritance Tax and other Capital Tax planning
  • Contributing to the Team Business Development strategy

Person specification:

  • Qualified Scottish Solicitor with a current practising certificate
  • Experience of working in a Private Client Team is essential
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to undertake STEP qualification which is fully supported and funded by the firm
  • A competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package including contributory pension scheme, cash-back healthcare and more
  • Flexible working
  • Enhanced holiday provision
  • Active Social & Charities Committee

If you are interested in this rewarding role, please submit your CV to Beth Kirby via email: beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk or call 01312642230 for more information. We do also have a referral bonus of up to £250 so please pass on this information, if you know someone else looking for work.