We are a dynamic and progressive multi-service law firm operating in the North East of Scotland. Delivering high quality legal advice to individuals and businesses is at the heart of what we do.

As we grow, we encourage our team to grow with us and offer opportunities to work on business development projects. We engage with our people to continually improve our processes, technology and practices to ensure staff are supported and that our clients receive the best service.

As our firm nears its centenary, we are looking to develop the next generation of legal professionals and widen our reach to make our services more accessible to our local market and beyond. We pride ourselves on the reputation and relationships we have built with our clients and we hope you would like to continue this journey with us.

We want to hear from candidates who wish to lead up our executry practice. This client facing role involves executry administration and the preparation of wills and powers of attorney.

Experience in dealing with guardianship applications and vulnerable adults would be an advantage, but it is not a prerequisite of the role.

We would particularly like to hear from candidates experienced, or having an interest in, estate planning, trusts and capital taxes.

The work will involve:

Executry administration

Preparation of Wills and Powers of Attorney

Inheritance Tax and Estate planning

Liaising with other external advisers and service providers

Experienced candidates are expected to contribute to the firm’s development plan

The person we are looking for will:

2+ years PQE as a Private Client solicitor, however we would encourage applicants at any stage of their careers to apply who have had extended private client experience beyond their traineeship rotation

Passionate about building long term relationships with clients

Strong communications skills

Have a genuine interest in business development

Team player who works collaboratively with colleagues in other practice areas

Have excellent time management skills and take pride in the quality of the documentation and advice they give to clients

Have a good sense of humour

We would especially welcome applicants who have:

Experience in trusts, capital taxes and estate and succession planning

Experience of managing a team

STEP Accreditation

Your role with Kellas will come with:

Competitive salary

33 days holiday (includes national/local holidays and last week in December)

Company Pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Discounted legal fees

Home office allowance

If you are interested in applying for this role. or wish to find out more about us, please drop us an email with an introduction to careers@kellas-legal.com

Alternatively, you can schedule a call with us by contacting reception on 01467 627300.

We may consider recruiting more than one position for this role.