Solicitor/ Associate – Private Client – Based in Berkhamsted

We are seeking a solicitor to join our Private Client Team in Berkhamsted.

Opportunity

Due to continued growth our busy Private Client Department are looking for an additional team member for our Berkhamsted office. If you have great client care, the ability to develop client relationships and are able to work independently and within a team, then this might be the right opportunity for you.

Who are we?

Machins Solicitors is a leading regional multi-services law firm offering legal advice across both commercial and private client sectors, with our client base ranging from individuals, sole traders, SMEs, national, international businesses and multinational corporations. The firm has numerous departments highly rated by Legal 500.

When you join Machins Solicitors you become part of a great team, where a collaboration of friendly people and inclusive culture makes us a great place to work. We take pride in our diverse workforce of around 120 staff across our two offices in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, representing a wide range of backgrounds, talents, and routes into the legal profession. We are committed to supporting our employee’s growth, providing opportunities to develop their core skills and to progress in their chosen careers. We also understand the value of work life balance, recognising that all staff need to enjoy their life at work as well as outside the office.

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Key responsibilities

As a member of the fee earning team responsibilities will include:

Development of a client portfolio by utilising good marketing skills, social media and networking opportunities
Creation of relevant documentation to meet the client needs, in respect of;
- Wills, including living wills
- Probate applications
- LPAs
- Trust creation and management
- Court of protection work
- Administration of Estates
Adherence to compliance policies and procedures
Management of client expectations
Client meetings
Creation of relevant notes pertaining to meetings held
Dealing with new enquiries
Management of risk
Dealing with new enquiries
Relevant searches
Development of proposals to maximise entitlements under HMRC inheritance rules
Case and file management
Supporting in the development of other team members
Participation in CPD
Support in marketing initiatives
Participation in charity and networking events
Participation in the development and delivery of webinars / podcasts
Participation in legal clinics

We are looking for someone with:

Experience of working in Private Client with a minimum of 4+PQE, but ideally 6-7 PQE
Personal pride in the quality of their work which should be to a high standard
Knowledge of the requirements of Lexcel
Ability to communicate both in writing and orally with a wide range of people
IT literate
Self-motivated and able to perform to targets
Ability to adapt to change
Ability to support the needs of the vulnerable
The ability to demonstrate a courteous, helpful and pleasant manner both in person and on the phone
Ability to work both autonomously and within a team with a ‘can-do’ attitude
Efficiency, reliability and flexibility
Excellent file management skills with good time management skills
Proven IT skills, including the use of case management systems, MS Word, Outlook and Excel
Valid driving licence

Some of the benefits of working for Machins

Excellent office facilities in the heart of Luton and Berkhamsted
Regular feedback and development opportunities
Regular contact with Partners
Support for CPD
Competitive salary
Staff introduction bonus
25 days holiday
Auto enrolment salary sacrifice pension scheme
Enhanced sick pay
Free eye tests
Paid Flu vaccinations
Discounted legal advice across all Departments
Opportunities to participate in company sponsored charitable events
Other non-contractual benefits such as death in service insurance, cycle to work scheme, health cash plan