Legal Executive | Private Client

Fluid Recruitment

Canterbury
$75,000-85,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

23 days ago

About the FirmFluid Legal is delighted to extend our search for this new and exciting opportunity in the Christchurch market, exclusively on behalf of our client, accepting expressions of interest from all experienced Legal Executives with a special interest in estate administration and private client matters.With an established client base across the City, the firm are a tight-knit team who pride themselves on providing bespoke legal advice and high-quality services time and time again.The firm is spacious, modern, and based in close proximity to a variety of restaurants, bars and parks; with the heart of the CBD just a short walk away. You'll have the luxury of a private office and onsite parking, with directors with an 'open door' policy, fostering team collaboration and active involvement at all times.The team as a whole has a clear commitment to their people; encouraging work-life balance and supporting flexible working arrangements for successful part-time candidates.About The OpportunityThis role will work alongside senior authors and consultants in the team, with a specific focus on Estate Administration outside of your standard Property and Private Client work.This will include, but is not limited to:

Drafting Wills, Trusts, and EPOAs.
Estate Administration, including management of the distribution of assets while liaising with clients and beneficiaries.
Developing and drafting comprehensive Estate plans, with the guidance of senior authors.
Residential and commercial conveyancing, including Kaianga Ora shareholder agreements and assisting first-home buyers.
Assisting commercial clients across commercial conveyancing and leasing, as well as subdivision support.
Drafting and negotiating S&P agreements on behalf of clients.
Liaise with banks, accountants, opposing parties and agents to facilitate a smooth and seamless process.
Financial and taxation advisory support, including refinancing mortgages.
Ensuring compliance at all times, including advisory support on NZ Trust Law.
Document management and administration.

This is an opportunity to expand your skillset with an unmatched tight-knit team. You will be granted trust, mentorship and autonomy to build lasting relationships as a trusted advisor in this space.About YouDue to the busy nature of the firm, 2 + years of prior conveyancing and estate administration experience are essential, ideally operating in a fee-earning capacity.This firm is an extremely down-to-earth and high performing tight-knit team, so you will be integral in creating and maintaining the firm's culture as they continue to grow their Christchurch offering. You will be articulate, have a high attention to detail, and an exceptional communicator with a positive 'can-do' attitude and great sense of humor.Register your InterestThis is an unmatched opportunity to join a growing team and step-up as a specialist in this space, working closely alongside directors with the opportunity to provide mentorship to junior staff.To register your interest, or engage in a confidential discussion, please either use the Apply Now button, or get in touch with Emily Watson on or 027 414 3346. Our team would love to hear from you.

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