Contentious Trusts & Probate Senior Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Dorset seeks a Senior Associate with experience in contentious trusts and probate. The role involves leading a high-performing team and ensuring excellent legal service delivery. Candidates will enjoy a supportive environment and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and life insurance.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pensions

Life insurance

Holiday allowances

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contentious trusts and probate.
• Strong managerial capabilities and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal services and manage client concerns.
• Mentor junior staff and manage team performance.
• Promote firm’s services and organize client events.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication abilities

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 to join their team. This role involves managing and developing a high-performing team, ensuring excellent legal service delivery, and contributing to business development activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Managing Matters: Deliver high-quality legal services, lead by example, and address client concerns promptly.
2. Managing People: Foster a positive working environment, mentor junior staff, and manage team performance.
3. Technical Expertise: Maintain advanced knowledge of relevant laws, manage external experts, and ensure compliance with professional standards.
4. Business Development: Promote the firm’s services, organize client events, and enhance the team's profile.
5. Personal Attributes: Maintain confidentiality, exhibit professionalism, and collaborate effectively.
6. Other Duties: Undertake additional tasks to support the team and firm.
7. Qualifications & Experience: Proven experience in contentious trusts and probate, leadership skills, and strong communication abilities.

The firm offers comprehensive benefits supporting professional and personal well-being, including healthcare, pensions, life insurance, and holiday allowances. They value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to advance their careers in a supportive setting.