Private Client Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Birthday holiday

Life insurance

Parking

Gym discount

Employee discounts

Referral schemes

Discounted legal services

Team events

Training opportunities

Job summary

Simpson Judge is seeking a qualified Solicitor to join its busy Wills & Probate team in Bolton. You will own your caseload, advise on Wills and LPAs, and handle Probate with compassionate client service.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years PQE, STEP preferred, and the ability to supervise a team while developing their own client following. UK driving licence is a plus for occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with 3+ years’ PQE.
• Expert in Wills, LPAs and Probate.
• Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act is required.
• STEP qualification desirable or be working towards it.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload with accurate records.
• Advise on and prepare Wills and LPAs.
• Handle Probate and Administration of Estates.
• Advise on Court of Protection matters.
• Draft Wills, LPAs and related documents.
• Prepare and submit Probate Registry applications.
• Work with testamentary trusts and related matters.
• Attend clients in various settings as needed.
• Supervise and support team members.
• Maintain files and meet deadlines.

Skills

Client management

Wills & Probate

Team supervision

Business development

Education

Solicitor/CILEX

3+ PQE

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Word

Job description

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

The Opportunity

We are looking for a qualified Solicitor to join a busy, established Wills & Probate team in Bolton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, self-motivated individual who is keen to:

• Take ownership of their own caseload
• Support and supervise a team
• Develop their client following
• Play an important role in the continued development of the office

The Role

You will manage your own caseload and provide a professional, knowledgeable and compassionate service to clients, including elderly clients and families dealing with bereavement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload and maintaining accurate case management records
• Advising on and preparing Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Dealing with Probate and Administration of Estates
• Advising on Court of Protection matters
• Drafting Wills, LPAs and related legal documentation
• Preparing and submitting applications to the Probate Registry
• Advising on matters relating to the Mental Capacity Act
• Working with testamentary trusts and related matters
• Attending clients in nursing homes and private residences when required
• Supervising and supporting team members to ensure a high standard of work
• Maintaining accurate and complete files and meeting all deadlines
• Contributing to your own professional development and the wider development of the team

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A qualified Solicitor or CILEX professional with 3+ years’ PQE
• Experienced in Wills, LPAs and Probate
• Knowledgeable in the Mental Capacity Act
• Ideally STEP qualified or working towards STEP qualification
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident working independently and managing a caseload
• Experienced in supervising or supporting a team
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• IT literate with strong word-processing skills
• Professional, reliable and approachable
• Ambitious and keen to develop their career and client following
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Flexible, proactive and eager to develop new skills
• In possession of a full UK driving licence and access to a car for business use, as occasional travel to other locations and client appointments may be necessary

What’s On Offer

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional accrual after 2 years
• Birthday holiday
• Life insurance equivalent to 2x annual salary
• Paid car parking
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Referral and staff introduction schemes
• Discounted legal services
• Regular team events and charity initiatives
• Training and development opportunities

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Wills & Probate professional who wants to:

• Develop their career
• Take on greater responsibility
• Build and develop their own client following
• Make a real impact within a supportive and friendly team
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the office