Job description

!! Gerrard White have been retained by Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors on a new and exciting opportunity !!

A newly created role in Gaby Hardwicke's busy Bexhill office due to their continued success and growth. Working with an established team, the new Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive will enjoy high quality work, exceptional support (including secretarial or paralegal as well as super IT systems) and career development opportunities.

The successful Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive will offer the following background/skill set:

• Be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 2 years PQE
• Have experience of managing their own varied case load to include Wills/LPAs, Trust, Probate and basic tax advice
• Have gained experience in a well respected Solicitors, legal services or Will drafting company
• Be a keen relationship builder
• Offer excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have experience of working to (and ideally exceeding) billable hours/financial targets
• Able to develop long-term professional relationships with clients/be client focused

The successful Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive will enjoy a varied case load to include:

• Drafting of Wills and LPAs
• Managing trusts
• Probate
• Basic tax advice (you will receive excellent support from a CTA-qualified Private Client Solicitor where necessary)

The successful Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive will enjoy being part of a friendly and welcoming team environment, working in comfortable offices, and an inclusive culture across the company where everyone is welcome to have a voice (and be heard). There are multiple social events throughout the year and you are welcome to get involved in the regular charity events that the company holds throughout the year.

You will receive a generous salary which is reviewed annually, a newly created (generous and achievable) bonus structure and an extensive benefits package. There is also a career path available for those who wish to develop themselves professionally, with full support from Management to reach your individual goals! Hybrid working is available.

Gerrard White are instructed to handle all applications for this role and short-listing is underway. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch!