By Tony Steiner in Jobs, Private Client Probate, Wills, Trusts & Charities | 3 days ago
Due to continued development and growth we have two fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic individuals to join our Private Client team in the firm’s brand-new South Devon Office based in the heart of Torquay. One role is to focus on general private client work, including the administration of estates, wills, trusts and taxation and the other to focus on Elderly Client/Court of Protection work.
Both of these roles allow for personal growth and development and the building of specialisations. The Private Client team has a diverse range of expertise and covers all private client areas.
This is a chance to join a progressive, and professional team who work together in purpose built modern offices which are part of the At Harbourside development. Wollens’ investment in their new South Devon office brings staff and clients together in the very best environment with a fully functional client area, break-out rooms and excellent staff facilities along with everything you would expect from a newly constructed and purpose built office.
Wollens is a dynamic and successful Devon-based firm. It has shown exceptional growth over the past few years and is now one of the largest practices in the Devon and Somerset area. It has ambitious plans for the future, and these opportunities are perfect for a bright and committed lawyer to make a mark in a vibrant firm and department.
Wollens private client team have won both national and regional awards.
You will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 3 years PQE or equivalent level of experience). You will need to demonstrate an enthusiasm for the work and an ability to manage our client’s expectations and to win their loyalty across the whole firm. You will be self-motivated and should also have energy and ambition to progress within the private client department and within the firm.
To this end the successful candidate would also be expected to actively engage in the marketing...
By Tony Steiner in Jobs, Residential Conveyancing / Gen. Non Contentious | 27th April 2021
Samuels Solicitors LLP are looking for an experienced conveyancer to join their busy property team.
2 – 5+ years PQE
Salary dependent on experience, full and part time hours will be considered.
Who we are: Based in Barnstaple in North Devon and Kingsbridge in South Devon, our busy property team strives to achieve a positive work-life balance to enable our staff to enjoy the stunning and diverse countryside and activities these locations have to offer whilst offering excellent client care and efficient service to our clients.
What we need: enthusiastic client-focussed conveyancers to work with our existing conveyancing team.
We want to hear from you if you:
are friendly, efficient, flexible and personable
can handle a busy caseload of residential transactions
are able to build relationships with clients, agents and other conveyancers in order to efficiently move transactions to completion whilst ensuring that client needs are met, and issues are dealt with promptly
have a solid knowledge of residential conveyancing, including unregistered land, transfers of equity and re-mortgages
are a qualified solicitor or legal executive or have a similar level of experience
have the confidence to deal with urgent matters under pressure
are comfortable working within a team and independently
are an excellent communicator.
If you have a great attitude and enjoy providing an excellent service to clients we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV with a covering letter setting out what you would bring to the role to lma@samuels-solicitors.co.uk with the subject line: “Conveyancer Application”. Please include all your details and salary expectations.
Applicants who are successful on application will be notified by email to schedule an interview....
By in Jobs, Matrimonial / Family / Children | 16th April 2021
Job Title: Family Solicitor
Department: Family
Position: Full Time
Location: Launceston
Salary: Competitive
WBW Solicitors is one of the largest legal practices in the South West, with offices based in Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Exeter, Bovey Tracey, Launceston, Exmouth, Sidmouth & Honiton. With clearly defined divisions catering for business and private clients, our teams are able to offer the very best legal advice through a full range of legal services, across a wide range of areas and commercial sectors. We reward our hard-working staff with flexibility, competitive salaries with a generous holiday plan and a fantastic benefits package.
The role:
WBW Solicitors has a rare opportunity for an experienced solicitor to join our family team based in Launceston. We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced person to join our busy family department to provide exceptional client care, to work as part of a team and to provide advice on a wide range of family law matters to include: divorce, civil partnership, separation, cohabitee issues, family finance and children matters. A knowledge of the legal aid system would also be desirable.
Experience:
The successful candidate will need to be able to manage large workloads effectively and be productive under pressure. You should be well experienced in family matters providing legal support across a range of family law matters, be personable, articulate and enjoy working both in an individual role and as an integral part of the team. Previous experience with case management systems would be an advantage. Excellent knowledge and evidence of understanding family law will be crucial at interview stages.
Quality:
To make sure that quality standards are understood and adhered to at all times. To promote a high quality of service and to maintain file administration, carry out reviews as directed and comply with the firm’s quality standards policies and procedures ou...
By in Jobs, Commercial Litigation | 16th April 2021
Job Title: Solicitor / Legal Executive
Department: Dispute Resolution
Experience: 1 Year
Position: Full Time
Location: Exeter
Salary: Competitive
WBW Solicitors is one of the largest legal practices in the South West, with offices based in Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Exeter, Bovey Tracey, Launceston, Exmouth, Sidmouth & Honiton. With clearly defined divisions catering for business and private clients, our teams are able to offer the very best legal advice through a full range of legal services, across a wide range of areas and commercial sectors. We reward our hard-working staff with flexibility, competitive salaries with a generous holiday plan and a fantastic benefits package.
The Role:
An exciting opportunity has presented itself for an experienced Dispute Resolution Solicitor or Legal Executive, capable of working throughout the whole range of litigation disputes.
You will join a team of experienced litigators, who provide expertise in a wide range of disputes including, landlord and tenant matters, contract disputes, shareholder and director disputes and construction work.
1) To provide a high quality, effective, legal service for WBW Solicitors as a member of the Dispute Resolution Team.
2) To promote and develop the Dispute Resolution Team.
3) To promote and develop the firm.
4) Maintain the high reputation of the firm.
Legal Services:
To provide an efficient, effective and complete legal service ensuring client satisfaction at all times; seeking support and advice from other members of the team whenever necessary.
Skill and Knowledge:
To develop personal skills, expertise and experience in the area of commercial in particular dispute resolution. To be aware of current issues and updates. To have carried a full caseload for at least 1 year, with the majority of this being dispute resolution and have the same amount of experience in...
By in Jobs, Private Client Probate, Wills, Trusts & Charities | 16th April 2021
Job Title: Solicitor or Legal Executive
Department: Private Client
Position: Full Time
Location: Exeter / Newton Abbot
Salary: Competitive
WBW Solicitors is one of the largest legal practices in the South West, with offices based in Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Exeter, Bovey Tracey, Launceston, Exmouth, Sidmouth & Honiton. With clearly defined divisions catering for business and private clients, our teams are able to offer the very best legal advice through a full range of legal services, across a wide range of areas and commercial sectors. We reward our hard-working staff with flexibility, competitive salaries with a generous holiday plan and a fantastic benefits package.
The Role:
Due to recent growth and expansion our well established and busy Private Client team are looking for a bright and motivated additional team member in both our Exeter and Newton Abbot Offices.
1) To provide a high quality, effective, legal service for WBW Solicitors as a member of the Private Client Department.
2) To promote and develop the department internally and externally.
3) To promote and develop the firm.
4) Maintain the high reputation of the firm.
Legal Services
To provide an efficient, effective and complete legal service ensuring client satisfaction at all times; seeking support and advice from other members of the team whenever necessary.
Skill and Knowledge
To develop personal skills, expertise and experience in the area of private client including all aspects of Probate and Power of Attorney matters. To be aware of current issues and updates. To be PQE 2 years and have carried a full private client based caseload for a minimum of 2 years. ACTAPS and/or STEP membership welcomed but not essential.
Quality
To make sure that quality standards are understood and adhered to at all times. To promote a high quality of service and to main...
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