Solicitor - Private Client

Private Client Solicitor - 2+ Years PQE

Aberdeen | £DOE | Full Time | Hybrid Working

Avenue Recruitment is delighted to be working on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded Scottish legal practice to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor for their Aberdeen team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE who is passionate about Private Client work and looking to join a supportive, collaborative team where they can continue to develop their expertise and progress their career.

The role will include:

• Advising clients on Wills, Powers of Attorney and lifetime planning
• Drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney
• Providing succession planning and asset protection advice
• Advising on tax mitigation matters
• Handling the administration of executry and trust estatesManaging your own caseload while maintaining a high standard of client care
• Building strong, long-term relationships with clients
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and supporting less experienced members of the team where appropriate

What we're looking for:

• Applicants must be qualified in Scots Law and have previous experience working within Private Client.
• Ideally, you will have 2+ years' PQE, alongside:
• Strong Private Client experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence managing your own workload and caseload
• A personable and client-focused approach
• A genuine interest in developing your Private Client career
• A collaborative approach and willingness to share knowledge across the team
• STEP qualification, or an interest in working towards this, would be advantageous

What's in it for you?

• 35 days' annual leave, including public holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Employer-matched pension contributions
• Life assurance - 3x basic annual salary
• Performance-related annual bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced sick pay
• Funded learning & professional development
• Employee wellbeing & assistance programme
• Retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts

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