Contentious Trusts & Probate Senior Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Dorset is seeking an experienced Senior Associate in Contentious Trusts and Probate. This role involves managing client matters, leading a high-performing team, and promoting business development while offering a comprehensive benefits package. The firm values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth in a diverse and inclusive work 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 abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage client matters ensuring high-quality legal service and client care.
• Foster an inclusive and positive working environment while managing team performance.
• Promote the firm’s services and actively seek business development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Business Development

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Solicitor (5/6+ PQE)

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 dynamic 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:

• Managing Matters: Deliver high-quality legal service and client care, ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures. Lead by example, promoting the 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. Act as a mentor to trainees and junior colleagues, assisting in their development and recruitment. Take charge of team performance management 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. Clearly define the 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) efficiently, surpassing billing and hours targets. Contribute to the budget-setting process effectively.
• Business Development: Promote the firm’s services and market the litigation department actively. Organise and deliver client training events and seminars, generating new business leads. Write articles for publication and seek opportunities to enhance your and the team's profile. Represent the firm at external events, building valuable networks and supporting junior colleagues.
• Personal Attributes: Maintain confidentiality regarding all client information. Exhibit a positive, helpful demeanour towards colleagues, clients, and professional contacts. Collaborate across departments to support the firm’s overall objectives. Familiarise yourself with and adhere to the firm’s values and policies.
• Other Duties: Undertake additional reasonable tasks as required, contributing to the overall success of the team and firm.
• 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.

Our client offers comprehensive benefits packages supporting both professional and personal aspects, including healthcare, pensions, life insurance, and a generous holiday allowance that increases with longer service.

If you are ready to advance your career in a supportive and progressive environment, we invite you to apply for the Senior Associate position within our client's Contentious Trusts and Probate team. Join a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and professional 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 to encourage candidates of all abilities and backgrounds to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know, and we will be happy to support you.