Private Client Lawyer
Job Advert: Lawyer - Private Client Department Position: Lawyer - Private Client Location: Burgess Hill Office Firm: Bennett Oakley Solicitors
About Us: Bennett Oakley Solicitors is a well-established Employee Owned law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. The department undertakes various areas of law, including Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Tax work, and Estate Administration. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction has earned us a reputable standing in the legal community.
Employee ownership means that our people are at the heart of our business. Their ideas and views matter and they have a direct say in how the business is run through our Employee Ownership Trust. Our employees and leadership team are all working towards the same goal – to provide outstanding service for our clients.
Role Overview: Are you an experienced and motivated legal professional looking for a new challenge? Bennett Oakley Solicitors is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Lawyer within the Private Client Department. This is a fee-earning role that will contribute significantly to the department's profitability while ensuring the firm's successful development in line with our current Business Plan.
Key Responsibilities: As a Lawyer in the Private Client Department, you will: • Manage a diverse caseload comprising Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Tax work, and Estate Administration.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients in all areas of private client law.
• Ensure high standards of work and client care.
• Report directly to the Senior Lawyer/Department Head.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
Requirements: We are looking for someone with: • Extensive experience in private client law, with a proven track record in handling Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Tax work, and Estate Administration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive and strategic mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
What We Offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the growth and success of the firm.
Application Process: If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to Samuel Cash – sc@bennettoakley.co.uk.
Join Bennett Oakley Solicitors and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. We look forward to receiving your application.
| Application deadline: | 31 July 2025 |
| Office location: | Burgess Hill |
Our culture and values
We believe in working hard and to a high standard to ensure our clients receive outstanding service and where possible exceed their expectations. We also strive to maintain a work/life balance and provide flexibility in working hours where appropriate. We want our firm to be an enjoyable place to work.
Who we look for
We are a general practice, high-street firm so our ideal candidate is someone who possesses the following qualities:
- We place a big emphasis on being able to work in a team
- Experience and a sound knowledge in their chosen practice area
- The ability to communicate and work with different personality types
- Accurate and efficient to be able to maximise work in a fixed fee environment
- Client-focused with an ability to empathise
- Good commercial understanding
- A friendly, approachable and informal manner which makes other feel at ease
What we offer
Bennett Oakley Solicitors was the first employee owned business in our surrounding area after converting to an employee owned trust (EOT) in 2022. This means that our focus is all about giving everyone who works here a real stake in the business. No matter what role you hold, we are all part of the same team. Everyone’s contribution to the firm is equally important and everyone receives an equal share in the eligible profits.
Other benefits include:
- Holiday entitlement increasing with the length of service at the firm
- Pension contributions (including AVCs)
- Discounted conveyancing on your main residential property
- Discounted Will writing for staff
- Regular social events (including summer and Christmas parties)
- Professional membership/subscription support
- Dress-down Fridays
- Free parking (Burgess Hill office only)
- Work from home
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- £1000.00 finder’s fee for new employee recruitment referrals
- Sick Pay entitlements
- Private Heath Insurance
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