Solicitor/ Legal Executive (Wills, Trusts & Probate)

Sills & Betteridge Solicitors LLP; Boston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Lincolnshire is seeking a Solicitor/Legal Executive with at least 2 years' PQE in Wills, Trusts & Probate. You will handle wills, LPAs, and estate administration while building strong client relationships. Join a collaborative team that values diversity and offers a supportive work culture with excellent benefits.

Benefits

38 days' annual leave

3% employer pension contribution

Life Assurance coverage

Comprehensive employee sickness allowance

Client and employee referral rewards

25% discount on selected legal services

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for ongoing development

Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Social committee activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in Wills, Trusts & Probate.
• Proactive and results-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills and managing Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Administration of estates and building client relationships.
• Developing new business opportunities.

Skills

Client Management

Organizational Skills

Time Management

IT Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive

Job description

ROLE: Solicitor/Legal Executive (Wills, Trusts & Probate)

LOCATION: Boston

SALARY: Competitive and dependent on level and experience

HOURS: 09:00-17:15, Monday to Friday

BENEFITS:

• 38 days' annual leave, inclusive of bank and public holidays
• 3% employer pension contribution on your entire salary
• Life Assurance coverage at 3x your annual salary
• Comprehensive employee sickness allowance
• Client and employee referral rewards
• 25% discount on selected legal services
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP/Cash Plan) offering face-to-face counselling, 24/7 GP consultations, digital physiotherapy, discounted gym memberships, and cashback on healthcare, travel, and shopping costs
• Opportunities for ongoing development and training
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture
• Activities and events organized by our social committee

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Sills & Betteridge Solicitors LLP is a well-established and highly respected law firm, known for delivering exceptional legal services across various disciplines. With multiple offices, we are committed to high-quality client care and legal expertise.

Due to our growing client base and team expansion, we seek an experienced Solicitor/Legal Executive with at least 2 years' PQE in Wills, Trusts & Probate to join our Boston team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking instructions and drafting wills
• Preparing and managing Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Administration of estates, including IHT returns and grant applications
• Deputyship applications
• Managing affairs of elderly/vulnerable clients
• Building strong client relationships and providing practical solutions
• Developing new business opportunities and contributing to department growth

ABOUT YOU:

To succeed, you should have:

• Qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive with a minimum of 2 years' PQE in Wills, Trusts & Probate
• A proactive, results-driven approach with the ability to work independently and in a team
• Excellent client management skills with empathy
• Strong organizational, time management, and IT skills
• Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor

ABOUT US:

Despite our size, we maintain a strong community spirit across our offices and departments. We are one of the leading firms in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and the East Midlands, providing a full range of legal services to individuals and businesses. With 17 locations, we value diverse skills and backgrounds to enhance our services. We embrace diversity and inclusion in our workplace and communities.

You will work alongside some of the region’s best lawyers, combining legal expertise with excellent client service.

Our firm is recognized by The Legal 500 as a Top Tier firm, with many team members ranked as Leading Partners, Next Generation Partners, Leading Associates, and Recommended Lawyers. We received the ‘Outstanding Client Satisfaction’ award and are ranked 158th in the UK200 law firms. In 2023, we were named Solicitor Firm of the Year at the British Wills & Probate Awards.

We are also recognized for our commitment to creating a great workplace, evidenced by outstanding Lexcel audits, nominations for training excellence, awards promoting access to the legal profession, and our ‘One to Watch’ status with the Top 200 Companies, UK.