Private Client Fee Earner Job at Gillespie Recruitment (Sunderland)

Job Description

Are you an experienced Private Client Fee Earner looking for a role where your expertise is genuinely valued and your client relationships really matter? Do you enjoy guiding clients through sensitive private client matters with empathy, clarity, and professionalism? Looking for a permanent opportunity in Sunderland within a supportive, well-established legal practice that offers long-term stability and career progression? Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting a Private Client Fee Earner on behalf of a highly regarded and well-established law firm based in Sunderland. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and respected private client team within a firm known for its personal, client-focused approach. This role offers the chance to take ownership of your own caseload, work closely with clients at important stages of their lives, and be part of a collaborative and supportive legal environment.

Job Responsibility

Managing a varied caseload of private client matters from start to finish
Drafting wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and trust documentation
Handling probate and estate administration matters
Providing clear, empathetic, and professional advice to clients
Maintaining accurate client records and ensuring regulatory compliance
Building and nurturing strong, long-term client relationships
Working collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider team

Requirements

Previous experience in a private client fee earning role (Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Paralegal)
Strong knowledge of wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration
Excellent communication and client care skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Confident managing a busy caseload independently
Professional, approachable, and proactive in your approach