Private Client Solicitor

Henderson Scott Limited; Poole; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme

Career progression

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited in Poole is seeking a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its established Private Client team.

You will manage a varied caseload of probate and estate administration from instruction to completion, with opportunities for progression in a supportive environment.

The role offers a competitive salary and a full remuneration package with on-site parking.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years' PQE or equivalent experience
• Strong probate and estate administration experience
• Excellent client service and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of probate and estate administration matters from instruction to completion
• Applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
• Full estate administration and distribution of assets
• Advise executors, administrators, trustees and beneficiaries
• Prepare estate accounts and related documentation
• Advise on Inheritance Tax and probate matters
• Liaise with HMRC, financial institutions and other advisers
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

Skills

Probate/estate administration

Client care

Caseload management

Education

Solicitor qualification

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

Location: Poole

Experience: 1-4 PQE

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Base Salary: £45,000-£60,000 DOE

A well-established and growing law firm is seeking a Probate Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its established Private Client team in Poole.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative Private Client environment, with a varied caseload and strong opportunities for progression.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of probate and estate administration matters from initial instruction through to completion, including:

• Applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
• Full estate administration
• Advising executors, administrators, trustees and beneficiaries
• Collection and distribution of estate assets
• Preparation of estate accounts and associated documentation
• Advising on Inheritance Tax and related probate matters
• Liaising with HMRC, financial institutions and other professional advisers
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

You will have responsibility for progressing your own matters while working closely with colleagues across the wider Private Client team.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• 1-4 years' PQE, or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong experience in probate and estate administration
• Confident managing your own caseload
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a teamProactive, personable and commercially aware
• Committed to delivering a high standard of service

What's On Offer

• Base salary £45,000-£60,000 DOE
• Full remuneration package £45,000-£70,000 DOE
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Varied and high-quality Private Client caseload
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Holiday entitlement
• Company events
• Free on-site parking

This is a great opportunity for a Probate Solicitor looking to join a well-supported Private Client team and continue developing their technical expertise and career.