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Wills & Probate Solicitor

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Job description

This is a great opportunity to join our growing and dynamic firm where you will be made to feel part of the team immediately, have an opportunity to progress your career while helping to shape the direction of the department with the full support of those around you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our well-established Wills and Probate team.

The successful candidate will work directly in our Private Client team, where they will act for individuals instructing the firm on a variety of matters including Wills, Trust and Probates. The ideal candidate will be 3 years PQE.

You will be expected to advise clients in the following:

Drafting wills
Drafting Powers of Attorney
Probate planning and estate administration
Training and development of junior colleagues

To be successful in this role you must be able to demonstrate:

Previous experience of the above matters
Proven ability to take on responsibility and manage files, independently where appropriate
Excellent technical skills and innovative approach to their application
Client management experience
Strong client focus and a commitment to a high level of client care
Drive and enthusiasm
Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines
Good communication skills both oral and written
Commercial awareness
Flexibility and commitment

Company benefits include:

Entitlement to profit share after 6 months
Opportunity to bring in ideas and influence the success of the company by being an employee owner
Generous Annual Leave - 25 days plus bank holidays and the ability to carry forward unused holiday
Extra holiday at Christmas - 3 days extra holiday, to be taken over the Christmas period when our office closes
Employee Assitance Programme - health plan where you can claim back the cost of treatment for you and your children including dental, opticians, flu jab, specialist consultations and diagnostics as well as complementary and alternative therapies, with access to Virtual GP and prescription service for peace of mind
Generous discounts on legal fees across all our departments
Access to free advice, support and confidential counselling 24/7
Company Pension Scheme with Nest Pensions
Career development and progression plans for all team members, including study leave and funding for qualifications
In-house training & courses
Birthday presents and company social events each quarter, company funded Christmas party and more
Practising certificate costs covered

Wills & Probate Solicitor

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