Contentious Trusts & Probate Senior Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in the UK seeks a Senior Associate with extensive experience in contentious trusts and probate law. The role involves leading a high-performing team, ensuring exceptional legal services, and contributing to business development. This position offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive growth environment.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pensions

Life insurance

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal services and lead by example.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee team performance.
• Promote the firm's services and manage client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Contentious Trusts & Probate Senior Solicitor, Derby

Client: LHH

Location: Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

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

Location: Blandford & Dorchester

Role Type: Full-Time

Our client, a prestigious law firm based in Dorset, is seeking a Senior Associate with experience in contentious trusts and probate. This role involves working closely with the Head of Contentious Trusts and Probate to manage and develop a high-performing team, ensuring delivery of exceptional legal services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing Matters: Deliver high-quality legal services, lead by example, and address client concerns promptly.
• Managing People: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, mentor junior staff, and oversee team performance.
• Technical Expertise: Maintain advanced knowledge of relevant laws, manage external experts, uphold professional standards, and ensure transparent billing and client communication.
• Business Development: Promote the firm's services, organize client training, publish articles, and represent the firm externally to build networks.
• Personal Attributes: Maintain confidentiality, exhibit professionalism, collaborate across departments, and adhere to company policies.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as required to support the team.

Qualifications & Experience:

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

The firm offers comprehensive benefits supporting both professional and personal life, including healthcare, pensions, life insurance, and a generous holiday allowance that increases with service.

If you're ready to advance your career in a supportive environment that values innovation and professional growth, apply now. Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available upon request.