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We are a leading Yorkshire law firm with excellent knowledge of the regional marketplace. Our head office is in Hull and we have highly successful branch offices in the popular East Yorkshire towns of Bridlington and Driffield.

We are highly regarded across all nine of our core practice areas and we are ranked in the Legal 500 and in Chambers. Many of our Solicitors are considered regional leaders in their field and with a large proportion of our employees with us for 10 years or more we have a very loyal and experienced team to support our clients. We are Lexcel accredited and provide training opportunities for our employees along with competitive salaries and a friendly and busy working environment. Williamsons is an equal opportunities employer.

Current Opportunities

Job Description

We are looking for a Private Client Lawyer to work in our Bridlington office. The successful application will handle an existing case load utilising a case management system. You will be required to commute to our other branch offices in Hull and Driffield on occasion. You will also be required to travel to see clients when the need arises. As such your own transport and a full clean driving licence are essential.

Job Title: Private Client Lawyer

PQE: At least three year’s PQE as a Private Client (Solicitor or CILEx). Experience of running a full caseload with minimum supervision is essential.

Skills:

  • The need for attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced department.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Ability to provide high quality advice to clients from all sectors across a broad
    range of issues.
  • Good IT Skills including the ability to utilise a case management system.
  • Good working knowledge of legal databases
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Ability to form good relationships with clients and colleagues and to work as
    part of an effective team.
  • Well organised, with a clear and professional telephone manner
  • Well presented, punctual, confident, and self-motivated

Benefits:

  • WeCare Package & Death In Service
  • Company Events
  • Additional Holiday Entitlement with length of service

Department: Private Client
Location: 16 Wellington Road, Bridlington YO15 2BG
Work Types: Broad Spectrum of Private Client matters including Wills, Lasting and
Enduring Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection, Estate Administration, Tax
and Trusts.

Reports to: Head of Department (Director)
Hours: Full time / Monday – Friday 08.45 – 5.00
Salary: Salary dependent upon experience
Start date: To be agreed.

Williamsons Solicitors are a friendly and approachable firm with proven experience in all mainstream fields of law and a long history of serving the communities of Hull and East Yorkshire. Our 130-strong team comprises of expert Solicitors, Chartered Legal Executives and skilled support staff, working together to obtain the best outcomes. We have a national, as well as a local profile. We are Lexcel accredited and provide training opportunities for our employees along with competitive salaries. Williamsons is an equal opportunities employer.

We offer a friendly, hard-working environment and the successful candidate will be
employed to work within a tight-knit team of highly experienced specialists, joining a busy department to manage a caseload of Private Client matters.

The Role
We are looking for a confident and experienced Solicitor with strong communication skills to provide professional Private Client services and assist with all aspects of Private Client work types. Within the department, you will be responsible for meeting and interviewing clients to establish the firm’s suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm’s specialism and likely cost. As you will be dealing with clients the need for excellent customer service skills will be paramount.
The successful candidate will also be required to be involved in business development and will need the desire to play an active part in the marketing and development of the firm and to identify and initiate cross-selling opportunities.

The candidate
The successful candidate will have an excellent ability to follow good practice and procedure with reference to the specialist area of law. Essential qualities are good communication with clients, professional colleagues and all persons working within the firm at all levels. Good administrative skills and the ability to follow the department and firm’s administrative procedures is required.
It is expected that you will positively contribute to your own department and the firm’s continued expansion and be an active participant in all departmental meetings.
The candidate will carry their own caseload of Private Client files including Wills, Lasting and Enduring Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection (including acting in the administration of a professional appointment as a Deputy), Estate Administration, Tax and Trusts.
Fee targets apply.
Applicants must be self-motivated, reliable and demonstrate a professional and
conscientious approach to their work. The candidate must also be flexible in their working approach with the ability to multi-task and prioritise.

Responsibilities
1. To attend to clients to take instructions and advise a client on the law and legal
issues relating to their case.
2. Ensuring timely progress is made to each case to ensure an efficient conclusion.
3. Drafting documents, letters and contracts tailored to the client’s individual needs and checking all documentation prior to signing and implementing.
4. Arranging and attending further client meetings where necessary to progress the
case and finalise documentation.
5. To meet time recording, billing, and other performance targets. Administrative duties, for example completing time sheets so that charges for work can be calculated,
billing clients for work done on their behalf.
6. To provide support and assistance to colleagues with overflow work within the
department as well as covering annual leave and sick leave as required within the
Hull and Driffield branches.
7. Working in a team, sometimes referring cases to the head of department.
8. To respond promptly and efficiently to all client’s needs and requests.
9. Preparing papers for court.
10. Undertaking a range of continuing professional development (CPD) activities
throughout their career.

In addition to the above, the successful candidate will be accountable for the following:

  • Negotiating with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives.
  • Researching and analysing documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of
    advice and procedure.
  • Excellent communication skills and client focused.
  • Commercial attitude with ability to practice good financial management of files and caseload.
  • Professional, articulate with good sale skills and be comfortable persuading
    prospective clients of the benefits of instructing our firm and be adept at obtaining funds.
  • Instructing barristers or specialist advocates for advice in complex matters.
  • Supervising and delegating work to trainee solicitors, paralegals, and legal
    secretaries as appropriate.
  • Taking referrals from other firms of solicitors when a conflict of interest arises, or if they have no specialist practitioner available.
  • Keeping up to date with changes and developments in the law by perusing journals and law reports.
Person Specification: Desirable Essential
A qualified practising Private Client Solicitor x
3+ years’ experience of broad spectrum of Private Client related
matters
x
Experience within a busy high street private practice x
Experience and a good track record in dealing with all or at least
most of the work types listed:

  • Wills
  • Lasting and Enduring Powers of Attorney
  • Court of Protection
  • Estate Administration
  • Tax and Trusts
x
Possess the strategic approach and business skills experience to
develop the Private Client Department
x x
Able to manage and prioritise their own case load and work
unsupervised and under pressure
x
Must be client driven x
Member of STEP x
Have knowledge of internet and social media marketing of Private
Client work.
x
Can network within the local communities and bring in new
business
x
Desirous of a long-term career with development potential x
Can work full time in our Bridlington office x
Competent IT Skills x
Effective time-management skills x
Dedication and commitment x
Sound analytical skills x
Accuracy and attention to detail x
A professional approach to work, integrity, and a respect for
confidentiality
x

Please contact:
Carole Dobson
Williamsons Solicitors
Email: carole.dobson@williamsons.co.uk

 

Job Title: Family Solicitor – Permanent Role – F/T 2years + PQE working in Hull, Bridlington, or Driffield Offices. Salary D.O.E

 

Hours: Full time / Monday – Friday 08.45 – 5.00
Salary: Salary dependent upon experience
Start date: To be agreed
Reports to: Head of Department (Director)

Williamsons Solicitors are a friendly and approachable firm with proven experience in all mainstream fields of law and a long history of serving the communities of Hull and East Yorkshire. Our 125-strong team comprises of expert Solicitors, Chartered Legal Executives, and skilled support staff, working together to obtain the best outcomes. We have a national, as well as a local profile. We are Lexcel accredited and provide training opportunities for our employees along with competitive salaries. Williamsons is an equal opportunities employer.

We offer a friendly, diligent environment and the successful candidate will be employed to work within a tight-knit team of experienced legal specialists, joining a busy department to
manage a caseload of Family Client matters. The successful candidate will be diverse in family law experience, to include public law and private law children, and able to manage an immediate caseload of clients. This is a fantastic opportunity with unlimited potential for a competent and diligent individual who wants to progress within a highly regarded firm, The successful candidate will be 2+PQE and used to managing their own caseload, with the appropriate supervision. You may be required to commute to our offices on occasion and be required to travel to see clients when the need arises. As such your own transport and a full clean driving licence are essential.

The role:

  • Managing your own caseload
  • Focusing on client care
  • Providing the right solution and outcomes
  • Collaborating within the team

The person:

  • A minimum of two-years PQE.
  • Previous experience in Family Law essential
  • Calm and understanding demeanour
  • Clear and precise communication skills

Benefits:

  • WeCare Health & Wellbeing Package
  • Death In Service
  • Company Events
  • Additional Holiday Entitlement with length of service

To apply please write to:
Neil Waterhouse
45 Lowgate
Hull
HU1 1EN
Email: neil.waterhouse@williamsons.co.uk

 

RECEPTIONIST / SECRETARY (Hull Office)

8.45am – 5.00pm 35 hrs per week Mon-Fri

 

Combined role providing Reception cover & Secretarial resources in a legal practice.

A busy dual role providing secretarial resources to all departments and reception.

 

Switchboard

  • Answer and transfer all incoming calls, an answer target of three external rings is the goal.
  • Call screening and accurate message delivery
  • Answer all calls, both internally and externally, with a “smile” portraying a friendly professional welcome
  • Front of House meet and greet, on telephone and in person.
  • Maintain a daily log of all incoming calls, detailing time of call, Callers name, whom the callers requests to speak with and the person the client speaks to.
  • Normally the task of the Secretary, when both Fee Earner & Secretary not available, take message and e-mail detailed accurate information.
  • Provide administrative assistance when and where appropriate for example with photocopying documents, searching for information.

Reception

  • Front of house greet all incoming clients professionally politely and with a “smile.”
  • Inform the relevant department immediately of the client’s arrival.
  • Where appropriate ensure all relevant documents are completed prior to the meeting.
  • Maintain a daily record of all visitors & deliveries to the Office.
  • Provide refreshments.
  • Ensure that the reception neat and tidy.
  • Maintain a record of all interview room usage, allocating rooms based on information received from the relevant department.
  • Maintain a record of all people who enter the building and record on the Fire Safety record.
  • Keep a daily attendance record for staff, noting illness/holidays/Absence.
  • Record all “ad-hoc” visitors to reception. i.e., people who attend without an appointment or bring in documents.
  • Ensure all incoming deliveries are signed for and collected promptly.
  • Ensure that messages taken at the reception are delivered promptly, via e mail or collected by the general office assistants and delivered.
  • Receptionists must be able to work under pressure there is a high volume of calls always maintain a professional calm demeanour.
  • Confidentiality
  • Conversant with GDPR & Money Laundering rules and regulations
  • Respond quickly and efficiently to all clients’ needs and requests.

 

Secretary Key Tasks/Responsibilities

Digital Dictation, able to prioritise urgent matters

  • Administrative duties associated with the role
  • Arrange appointments – both in and outside the office – in person and via telephone
  • Clients’ queries in person when they visit the Offices & via the telephone, take detailed messages, pass to Solicitor/Fee Earner ensuring call backs are returned
  • Filing photocopying when necessary, sending e mail/ fax messages upon request
  • Opening closing archiving files
  • Ensure that the outgoing Royal Mail & DX post is available for signature and ready for collection by the Post room staff at the appropriate times
  • Provide cover for other secretarial staff holiday/sickness absence within the Department as and when required
  • Ensure you regularly prompt the Solicitor/Fee Earner to respond promptly to email telephone calls and letters
  • Secretary must be aware always where the Fee Earner is, so he /she could be contacted if required
  • Maintain Fee Earner personal; central & Court Diary keeping it up to date – daily where necessary placing out of office message to advise of Fee Earners availability
  • Respond to all other reasonable instructions from Fee Earners
  • Responsible through the appropriate Fee Earner to the Head of the Department
  • Respond quickly and efficiently to all clients’ needs and requests

This is not an exhaustive list but outlines the main duties

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Person Specification_

  • Polite professional friendly calm demeanour
  • Ability to plan work & prioritise tasks
  • Computer literate
  • Standard of Education minimum GCSE C
  • Typing accuracy & speed
  • Courteous telephone manner, good communicator
  • People skills
  • Empathy
  • Organised & Methodical
  • Good standard of English grammar & numeracy
  • Manage workload effectively, able to work on own initiative & meet deadlines

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £13,945.19-£20,821.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Health & wellbeing (WeCare)
  • Sick pay
  • Company events

Education:

  • GCSE or equivalent minimum C  (required)

Experience: Essential

  • Reception: minimum 1 year (required)
  • Secretarial & Administrative experience: minimum 1 year (required)

Applications

Neil Waterhouse

45 Lowgate

Hull

HU1 1EN

Or

neil.waterhouse@williamsons.co.uk

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