About this role
Job Vacancy <strong>THE ROLE</strong><br> <br>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. <br> <br>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. <br> <br>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. <br> <br>The Day to Day:<br><ul><li>Managing a full caseload of probate and estate administration matters from start to finish. Estates will be taxable and non-taxable.</li><li>Assisting clients in fixed fee interviews where appropriate. </li><li>Working with members of the commercial team to answer queries they may have on estate administration issues. </li><li>Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal procedures</li><li>Supervising and supporting junior staff where appropriate</li><li>Assisting with business development and maintaining strong client relationships</li><li>Contributing to the growth and reputation of the Private Client department.</li></ul><strong> </strong><br><strong>WHAT EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?</strong><br> <br>You must be a Solicitor or Legal Executive with between 1 and 3 yrs PQE dealing with estate administration.<br><br> You must be able to demonstrate: <br><ul><li>A solid understanding of administering estates</li><li>Experience in understanding Inheritance Tax calculations. </li></ul> <br><strong>WHAT SKILLS SHOULD I HAVE?</strong><br><ul><li>Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels</li><li>Must be able to impart key information in a manner which is easily understood</li><li>Self-motivated, organised with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload.</li><li>Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure.</li><li>Proactive thinker.</li><li>Team player </li></ul><strong>WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?</strong><br><ul><li>Competitive salary </li><li>A supportive, relaxed and flexible work environment in an experienced and growing team.</li><li>28 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays</li><li>Medicash cash back schemes after 1 years’ service</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>EAP and various other physical and mental wellbeing support services including virtual GP access 24/7</li><li>Family friendly policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay plus, family events leave</li><li>Company sick pay</li><li>Cycle scheme</li></ul>