Solicitor - Wills & Probate Department

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd is helping a busy Wills & Probate team in Bolton recruit an experienced Solicitor or CILEX to handle a busy caseload from instruction to completion.

You will advise on wills, LPAs, probate, estates, and Court of Protection matters, supervise colleagues, and maintain accurate records. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and client-focused service in a local firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with at least 3 years PQE.
• Strong knowledge of Wills, LPAs, Probate and Estate Administration.
• Familiar with Mental Capacity Act and testamentary trusts.
• Experience supervising or mentoring colleagues is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of Private Client matters from instruction through to completion.
• Attend client appointments at the office, in care homes and at clients' homes where required.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure effective file management.
• Prepare correspondence and legal documentation to a high standard.
• Contribute to the continued development and success of the department.
• Take an active role in your own professional development and continuous learning.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX status

3 years PQE

Wills, LPAs, Probate knowledge

Mental Capacity Act knowledge

Testamentary trusts experience

STEP qualification advantageous

Mentoring or supervising colleagues

Organisational and time management

Job description

My client is looking for an experienced Solicitor or Qualified CILEX Lawyer to join our busy and growing Wills & Probate Department in their Bolton office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of Private Client matters from instruction through to completion.

Advise Clients On

• Wills
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Court of Protection matters
• Testamentary trusts and related estate planning matters
• Draft Wills, LPAs and other Private Client documentation.
• Prepare and submit Probate Registry applications.
• Support and supervise members of the team, providing guidance and mentoring where appropriate.
• Deliver a compassionate, professional service to elderly, vulnerable and bereaved clients.
• Attend client appointments at the office, in care homes and at clients' homes where required.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure effective file management.
• Prepare correspondence and legal documentation to a high standard.
• Ensure work is completed efficiently and within agreed timescales.
• Contribute to the continued development and success of the department.
• Take an active role in your own professional development and continuous learning.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX status.
• A minimum of 3 years' PQE (or equivalent experience).
• Strong technical knowledge of Wills, LPAs, Probate and Estate Administration.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act.
• Experience advising on testamentary trusts and wider estate planning matters.
• STEP qualification or working towards STEP accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience supervising or mentoring colleagues.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful