Wills and Probate Solicitor

Edwards & Pearce; Skipton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Pension

Employee Assistance

Legal Services

DIS

Job summary

Edwards & Pearce is recruiting a Wills & Probate Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its Private Client team in Skipton. You will manage a varied private client caseload, including Wills, Powers of Attorney and probate, with opportunities to own files and build client relationships.

We seek client-focused, organised professionals with 3+ years PQE, strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise. You will work with experienced colleagues in a supportive, employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least three years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience managing a private client caseload including Wills, Powers of Attorney and probate.
• Exposure to complex Court of Protection matters.
• Excellent client care and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
• Highly organised, methodical and accurate; attention to detail.
• Confident IT skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines; work under pressure.
• Proactive, initiative, team player.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters from initial instruction through to completion.
• Draft Wills and advise clients on estate planning matters.
• Prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney and provide guidance on the relevant processes.
• Handle probate applications and the administration of estates.
• Manage complex Court of Protection matters.
• Respond to new client enquiries and build strong, professional client relationships.
• Prepare legal documentation accurately and ensure compliance with relevant procedures and deadlines.
• Manage file billing and ensure outstanding fees are recovered appropriately.
• Maintain up-to-date legal knowledge and keep abreast of relevant developments in private client law.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of client care and service delivery.

Skills

Private client experience

Wills & probate

Court of Protection

Client care

Communication skills

Organised

IT skills

Time management

Team player

Driving licence

Job description

We are working with a well-established Yorkshire law firm to recruit a Wills & Probate Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its friendly and experienced Private Client team in Skipton.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, employee-owned firm with a strong regional presence, a reputation for quality client service and a supportive working environment.

The successful candidate will manage a varied private client caseload, covering Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, probate and estate administration, alongside more complex Court of Protection matters. You will benefit from working alongside knowledgeable colleagues while having the opportunity to take ownership of your files and build lasting client relationships.

We are looking for a client-focused and organised legal professional with at least three years' post-qualification experience, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. You will be confident communicating complex legal matters in clear, accessible language and committed to delivering a consistently high standard of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters from initial instruction through to completion.
• Draft Wills and advise clients on estate planning matters.
• Prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney and provide guidance on the relevant processes.
• Handle probate applications and the administration of estates.
• Manage complex Court of Protection matters.
• Respond to new client enquiries and build strong, professional client relationships.
• Prepare legal documentation accurately and ensure compliance with relevant procedures and deadlines.
• Manage file billing and ensure outstanding fees are recovered appropriately.
• Maintain up-to-date legal knowledge and keep abreast of relevant developments in private client law.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of client care and service delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least three years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience managing a private client caseload, including Wills, Powers of Attorney and probate.
• Exposure to complex Court of Protection matters.
• Excellent client care and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
• Highly organised, methodical and accurate, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident IT skills and the ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• The ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to use initiative while working collaboratively as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence.

The Benefits

• Salary: Negotiable D.O.E
• Excellent Benefits. Healthcare, DIS, Pension, Legal Services, Employee Assistance plus many more.

Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.