Probate Lawyer - Private Client

Job Vacancy THE ROLE

Due to growth, we are recruiting a Probate Lawyer (in the region of 3 years PQE) based at Braintree. We will consider applicates who are looking for a full or part-time working pattern. The Braintree office is a well-established Private Client hub and within this role you will work alongside a Senior Associate managing an existing case load while developing it further.

You will join a large, successful and well-respected Private Client team who are based across our 7 regional offices, and which include fellow Fee Earners, Will Drafters, a Tax Specialist and a strong legal support team.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of their own of probate and estate administration matters, delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services while supporting the continued development of the department. You will required to be a standalone lawyer manging a caseload but you will receive excellent support from a Senior Associate and from our Probate Administration Team.

The Day to Day

• Managing a full caseload of probate and estate administration matters from start to finish. Estates will be taxable and non-taxable.
• Assisting clients in fixed fee interviews where appropriate.
• Working with members of the commercial team to answer queries they may have on estate administration issues.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal procedures
• Supervising and supporting junior staff where appropriate
• Assisting with business development and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to the growth and reputation of the Private Client department.

WHAT EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?

You must be a Solicitor or Legal Executive with between 1 and 3 yrs PQE dealing with estate administration.

You must be able to demonstrate

• A solid understanding of administering estates
• Experience in understanding Inheritance Tax calculations.

WHAT SKILLS SHOULD I HAVE?

• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels
• Must be able to impart key information in a manner which is easily understood
• Self-motivated, organised with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure.
• Proactive thinker.
• Team player WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?
• Competitive salary
• A supportive, relaxed and flexible work environment in an experienced and growing team.
• 28 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
• Medicash cash back schemes after 1 years’ service
• Life Insurance
• EAP and various other physical and mental wellbeing support services including virtual GP access 24/7
• Family friendly policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay plus, family events leave
• Company sick pay
• Cycle scheme