Contentious Trusts and Probate Senior Associate
- William James Recruitment
- St. Albans, Hertfordshire
- Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Banking
Job Description
Tier 3 Ranked Contentious Trusts and Probate
Hertfordshire's largest Private Client Department
Superb Benefits Package
About the Job
We are pleased to present this unique opportunity to join a leading Legal 500 Law Firm based in Hertfordshire.
Contentious Trusts and Probate Senior Associate - Up to £80,000 - REF 456613TB
The Role
This is a superb opportunity to join an award-winning, modern, dynamic, and supportive law firm offering specialist quality legal advice to commercial clients and private individuals.
The firm is recognised across the region for its outstanding client care and high-quality Contentious Probate work.
Due to the development and expansion of the firm, it is now seeking to appoint an experienced Contentious Trust and Probate Solicitor to work alongside existing partners, driving a resilient and varied legal practice.
The Contentious Trusts and Probate Solicitor will have a good understanding of removing executors or trustees, making a claim against an executor or trustees, Inheritance Act claims, court of Protection and succession disputes and power of Attorney disputes.
The Wills, trusts and probate team consists of five partners, four senior associates, two associates, five solicitors, a court of protection manager and five legal assistants.
The successful candidate will be expected to work with limited supervision but with the benefit of full administrative support.
The Candidate
Contentious Trusts/Probate Solicitor with at least 5 years PQE
Member of ACTAPS - Not Essential but more desirable
Attend marketing/networking events for the firm to bring in work
Ability to work to deadlines/targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
Excellent organisation and time-management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Professional and effective communication with team members and contacts
Professional and effective communication with individual and business contacts
The Benefits and How to Apply
25 - 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Market-leading salary
Agile Working Policy
Bonus Scheme
Parking
Compassionate leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Healthcare
Life Assurance
Payment for professional courses
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone - there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact: Thomas Brown, Retained Consultant - INDTB
Direct Dial: Mobile:
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.
Founded in 2009 by CEO Paul Wingfield, we are not your average recruiter. We build long-term relationships and work with an extensive network of the best law firms, lawyers and support staff.
If you're looking for full-service recruitment, unparalleled legal expertise, and a qualified team at your disposal, think William James Recruitment.
Hertfordshire's largest Private Client Department
Superb Benefits Package
About the Job
We are pleased to present this unique opportunity to join a leading Legal 500 Law Firm based in Hertfordshire.
Contentious Trusts and Probate Senior Associate - Up to £80,000 - REF 456613TB
The Role
This is a superb opportunity to join an award-winning, modern, dynamic, and supportive law firm offering specialist quality legal advice to commercial clients and private individuals.
The firm is recognised across the region for its outstanding client care and high-quality Contentious Probate work.
Due to the development and expansion of the firm, it is now seeking to appoint an experienced Contentious Trust and Probate Solicitor to work alongside existing partners, driving a resilient and varied legal practice.
The Contentious Trusts and Probate Solicitor will have a good understanding of removing executors or trustees, making a claim against an executor or trustees, Inheritance Act claims, court of Protection and succession disputes and power of Attorney disputes.
The Wills, trusts and probate team consists of five partners, four senior associates, two associates, five solicitors, a court of protection manager and five legal assistants.
The successful candidate will be expected to work with limited supervision but with the benefit of full administrative support.
The Candidate
Contentious Trusts/Probate Solicitor with at least 5 years PQE
Member of ACTAPS - Not Essential but more desirable
Attend marketing/networking events for the firm to bring in work
Ability to work to deadlines/targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
Excellent organisation and time-management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Professional and effective communication with team members and contacts
Professional and effective communication with individual and business contacts
The Benefits and How to Apply
25 - 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Market-leading salary
Agile Working Policy
Bonus Scheme
Parking
Compassionate leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Healthcare
Life Assurance
Payment for professional courses
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone - there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact: Thomas Brown, Retained Consultant - INDTB
Direct Dial: Mobile:
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.
Founded in 2009 by CEO Paul Wingfield, we are not your average recruiter. We build long-term relationships and work with an extensive network of the best law firms, lawyers and support staff.
If you're looking for full-service recruitment, unparalleled legal expertise, and a qualified team at your disposal, think William James Recruitment.
About William James Recruitment