Private Client Fee Earner / Solicitor

Private Client Solicitor – Macclesfield A leading firm are seeking a dedicated and professional Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive to join their thriving team in Macclesfield. As a key member of the team, you will assist the Departmental Head by efficiently managing your caseload and meeting clients' needs, while contributing to the department's success and cost-effective management. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional to further their career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Qualifications and Experience - Qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive with 2-3 years+ post-qualification experience (PQE) - Proven experience in drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney, managing estate administrations, and court of protection applications - Strong knowledge of inheritance tax and up-to-date technical knowledge of relevant processes and SRA/compliance requirements - Experience in Business Development/Marketing - Familiarity with case management systems, ideally Proclaim Key Responsibilities - Manage your caseload independently with minimal supervision, ensuring timely and effective service to clients - Undertake business development and marketing activities to support the department's growth - Collaborate with the Departmental Head and team members to ensure comprehensive client coverage and maintain professional standards - Prioritise workload, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely billing - Achieve fee income targets and adhere to firm policies and procedures - Provide expert advice and execute clients’ instructions efficiently - Maintain and update personal CPD and training records, ensuring compliance with SRA regulations Employee Benefits - Discretionary bonus (role dependent) - Birthday day off - Healthcare Cash Plan - Employee Assistance Programme with Health Assured - Death in Service benefit - Pension with 5% employer contribution (salary sacrifice if eligible) - 29 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with length of service - Gifted holidays at Christmas - 5* Trust Pilot Review holidays (role dependent) - Staff discount - Star of the Month (additional day off) If you are a proactive and professional Private Client Solicitor with a passion for delivering high-quality legal services then apply now to advance your career in a supportive and rewarding environment.  Please call Justine on 0161 914 7357 or email your current CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk