Private Client Solicitor 1+ PQE

Our client is headquartered in the City of London, with offices nationwide.
Recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, they service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages.
They are now keen to recruit a Private Client Solicitor with 1+ PQE.
Wills & Probate Department Background:
We understand that drawing up a will or administering an estate can be an emotional experience, therefore, our specialist team will make sure that the future of our clients’ families are secure and their wishes are carried out.
We offer a comprehensive and personal service to clients including will drafting, inheritance tax planning advice, assistance with the administration of a will or advice on a contested will. Our team has considerable expertise in advising on international wills, wills involving extended families/ estranged family and contested wills/ probate litigation.
Our probate experts offer advice under the law of England and Wales in addition to Islamic wills and inheritance matters
Main Responsibilities of the Role
Report directly to Department Director Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs Responsible for all aspects of Wills & Probate work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members and Head of Department Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney cases including Estate administration; Applying for and obtaining the grant of probate; Setting up trusts; Advising on inheritance tax; Contesting a will; Settling any tax liabilities and affairs; court of protection matters Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time-costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management.
Key Skills Required
Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 1+ year’s technical experience in Wills and Probate law Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Excellent analytical and organizational skills Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment Working knowledge of Wills and Probate work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with Wills & Probate related work Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role.
Equal Opportunities:
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce.
We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.
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