About us
Gowlings Solicitors Ltd is looking for solicitors, legal executives and experienced paralegals to join our growing property and private client departments at our head office in Fulwood, Preston.
You will be a qualified solicitor, legal executive or experienced paralegal. Your caseload will be varied with some high value and some complex cases, and you will be dealing with each case from inception through to completion, so it is essential that you are confident working independently and efficiently. You are expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative, whilst communicating effectively with partners, colleagues, and clients.
Person Specification & Requirements
You will be responsible for earning fees by actively working towards individual and departmental targets and objectives as set by Head of Department.
Private Client
You will be responsible for the effective management and advisory service of all aspects of allocated private client cases, including but not limited to:
Wills
Probate
Estate Administration
Inheritance Tax Planning
Powers of Attorney
Court of Protection
Trusts
Elderly Client Issues
Inheritance Tax Estates
Capital Gains and Estate Planning
Property
You will deal with all aspects of property law including but not limited to:
Sales
Purchases
Mortgages
Leases
You will:
Arrange and attend meetings with clients ensuring a professional service and excellent client care standards.
Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives.
Attend client visits at their premises when required.
Draft legal documents and various court applications.
Monitor, action, and update various electronic portals.
Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure.
Build key relationships with the firm’s client base and wider external industry.
Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports.
Be commercially minded and contribute towards the growth and development of the Firm by identifying opportunities to expand business.
Provide advice and guidance to other employees throughout the Firm, including supervising and training trainee solicitors and paralegals.
Adhere to processes and procedures as directed by the Head of Department.
Undertake specific training when required and have overall responsibility towards self-development.
Be actively involved in ensuring compliance with policies and standards.
Ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and client’s documentation and information by complying with GDPR.
Be actively involved in business development activities and networking.
Undertake any other duties as required by the Directors as necessary for other fee earners and employees.
Benefits and Remuneration
Competitive Salary dependant on experience.
Up to 25 Days Holiday plus public holidays.
Free Parking.
Auto-enrolment workplace pension.
Friendly, supportive, and personable team environment.
Professional development and training opportunities including access to a wide range of webinars.
Practicing Certificate renewed annually (where relevant).
Interesting and meaningful work.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Pay:
£25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location:
In person
Reference ID:
IN/IG
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Gowlings Solicitors Ltd is looking for solicitors, legal executives and experienced paralegals to join our growing property and private client departments at our head office in Fulwood, Preston.
You will be a qualified solicitor, legal executive or experienced paralegal. Your caseload will be varied with some high value and some complex cases, and you will be dealing with each case from inception through to completion, so it is essential that you are confident working independently and efficiently. You are expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative, whilst communicating effectively with partners, colleagues, and clients.
Person Specification & Requirements
You will be responsible for earning fees by actively working towards individual and departmental targets and objectives as set by Head of Department.
Private Client
You will be responsible for the effective management and advisory service of all aspects of allocated private client cases, including but not limited to:
Wills
Probate
Estate Administration
Inheritance Tax Planning
Powers of Attorney
Court of Protection
Trusts
Elderly Client Issues
Inheritance Tax Estates
Capital Gains and Estate Planning
Property
You will deal with all aspects of property law including but not limited to:
Sales
Purchases
Mortgages
Leases
You will:
Arrange and attend meetings with clients ensuring a professional service and excellent client care standards.
Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives.
Attend client visits at their premises when required.
Draft legal documents and various court applications.
Monitor, action, and update various electronic portals.
Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure.
Build key relationships with the firm’s client base and wider external industry.
Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports.
Be commercially minded and contribute towards the growth and development of the Firm by identifying opportunities to expand business.
Provide advice and guidance to other employees throughout the Firm, including supervising and training trainee solicitors and paralegals.
Adhere to processes and procedures as directed by the Head of Department.
Undertake specific training when required and have overall responsibility towards self-development.
Be actively involved in ensuring compliance with policies and standards.
Ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and client’s documentation and information by complying with GDPR.
Be actively involved in business development activities and networking.
Undertake any other duties as required by the Directors as necessary for other fee earners and employees.
Benefits and Remuneration
Competitive Salary dependant on experience.
Up to 25 Days Holiday plus public holidays.
Free Parking.
Auto-enrolment workplace pension.
Friendly, supportive, and personable team environment.
Professional development and training opportunities including access to a wide range of webinars.
Practicing Certificate renewed annually (where relevant).
Interesting and meaningful work.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Pay:
£25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location:
In person
Reference ID:
IN/IG
#J-18808-Ljbffr
