Wills & Probate Solicitor (Hybrid Working Available)

  • Marstep Resourcing Solutions
  • Chester, Cheshire
  • Dec 07, 2022
Full time Legal

Job Description

This is a great opportunity to join a growing and friendly firm where you will be immediately made to feel part of the team, and have an opportunity to develop a career, and help shape the business and earnings with the full support of those around you.

They offer an extremely generous benefits package and some unique work insights which can be discussed on application.

Salary is also completely negotiable depending on experience

"Please do feel free to apply in complete confidence, as I can discuss in full the details of the position and also any of your own requirements/questions with no obligation" (Mark)

The successful candidate will work directly in the Private Client team, where you will act for individuals instructing the firm on a variety of matters including Wills, Trust and Probates. The ideal candidate will be 1 to 5 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: -

  • 28 days annual holiday allowance + Bank Holiday's
  • Company pension scheme
  • Support in career progression & study leave where agreed
  • In-house training & courses
  • Practising Certificate costs covered
  • Flexible/home working as agreed
  • Entitlement to profit share after 6 months

Office opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:45 - 17:15

Salary - Based on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent