Wills, Trust & Probate Lawyer
il y a 8 jours
Hertford
Wills, Trusts & Probate Solicitor Location: Hertford / HybridSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceSeniority: 3+ years PQEJob Type: Full-time The OpportunityWe are working with a well-established regional law firm seeking a Wills, Trusts & Probate Solicitor to join their busy Bereavement Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with 3+ years PQE to work in a supportive and structured environment, with clear opportunities for progression and professional development. The firm values a healthy work/life balance while also offering a challenging and rewarding workload, providing exposure to a range of Wills, Trusts, Probate and Private Client matters, including high-net-worth estates.Ideal Candidate This role is perfect for a dedicated, ambitious solicitor who wants to develop their career in private client work while benefiting from a supportive and flexible environment. The firm prides itself on quality, teamwork, and client care, and is looking for someone who shares these values. The Role • Take client instructions and prepare Wills, LPAs and general Powers of Attorney, from straightforward to complex cases, • Manage probate and estate administration files, including estates requiring IHT400s, tax relief claims, and intestate estates, • Administer and advise on trusts, including Life Interest and Discretionary Trusts, with guidance on tax implications and estate administration, • Gain exposure to issues affecting older clients, including awareness of the Court of Protection and Deputyship work, with support from Lifetime Planning specialists, • Build relationships with clients and contribute to business development and networking activities, • Act as an ambassador for the firm both internally and externally What They're Looking For, • A solicitor (or CILEX/FILEX qualified) with 3+ years PQE and experience in Wills, Trusts, Probate and Private Client work, • STEP qualification or working toward it is desirable but not essential, • Someone dedicated to excellent client service and able to provide clear, professional advice, • A proactive, team-oriented individual with strong judgement, maturity, and a 'can-do' attitude, • Confident, positive, and professional, both internally and externally What's on Offer, • Structured career path with clear opportunities for progression, • Supportive and nurturing environment with monthly one-to-ones, team meetings, and six-monthly appraisals, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, • Firm-wide and fee-earner bonus schemes, • 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service, • Contributory corporate pension scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Healthcare Cash Plan after probation (option to extend to dependants/partners), • Access to financial wellbeing platform, • Active social and wellbeing initiatives, including office events, charity activities, and team-building