Contentious Trusts & Probate Senior Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Associate for their Contentious Trusts & Probate team. The role involves delivering exceptional legal services, managing a dynamic team, and actively participating in business development. The successful candidate will have strong leadership qualities and a solid background in contentious trusts and probate law.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pensions

Life Insurance

Increased Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contentious trusts and probate law.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal services and client care.
• Manage team performance and training initiatives.
• Promote the firm’s services and actively market the litigation department.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client Care

Interpersonal Abilities

Job description

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Contentious Trusts & Probate Senior Solicitor, Basildon

Client: LHH

Location: Basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Title: Senior Associate - Contentious Trusts & Probate 5/6+PQE

Location: Blandford & Dorchester

Role Type: Full-Time

Are you an experienced solicitor with a passion for contentious trusts and probate? Our client, a prestigious law firm based in Dorset, is seeking a Senior Associate to join their Contentious Trusts and Probate team. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Contentious Trusts and Probate in managing and developing a high-performing team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional legal services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality legal services and client care, ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.
• Lead by example, promoting effective use of the firm's IT systems.
• Address client concerns and complaints promptly and professionally.

Managing People:

• Foster a fair, inclusive, and positive working environment.
• Embrace change and contribute to process improvements.
• Mentor trainees and junior colleagues, assisting in their development and recruitment.
• Manage team performance and training initiatives.

Technical Expertise:

• Maintain advanced knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and practices, applying this expertise to meet client needs.
• Identify and manage external experts and consultants as required.
• Uphold professional conduct in accounting and financial matters per the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Define scope of services and establish transparent charging bases.
• Keep clients informed about progress and costs, ensuring timely communication.
• Monitor and manage work-in-progress (WIP), surpassing billing and hours targets.
• Contribute to the budget-setting process.

Business Development:

• Promote the firm’s services and actively market the litigation department.
• Organise and deliver client training events and seminars to generate new business leads.
• Write articles for publication and seek opportunities to enhance profile.
• Represent the firm at external events, building networks and supporting colleagues.

Personal Attributes:

• Maintain confidentiality regarding all client information.
• Exhibit a positive, helpful demeanour towards colleagues, clients, and contacts.
• Collaborate across departments to support overall objectives.
• Adhere to the firm’s values and policies.

Other Duties:

• Undertake additional tasks as required, contributing to team and firm success.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in contentious trusts and probate law.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload with a focus on client satisfaction and profitability.

The firm offers benefits supporting professional and personal well-being, including healthcare, pensions, life insurance, and a holiday allowance that increases with service.

If you are ready to advance your career in a supportive environment, apply for the Senior Associate position in our client's Contentious Trusts and Probate team. Join a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and staff development.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. We support inclusive recruitment processes for candidates of all abilities and backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.