Wills & Estates Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Yeadon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment is seeking an experienced Wills & Estates Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join the Private Client team in Yeadon. The role requires at least 3 years' PQE or equivalent and involves managing a varied Wills, Probate and Estate Planning caseload within a supportive team.

The position offers hybrid working, ongoing professional development, and excellent opportunities to develop Private Client expertise.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.
• Able to manage a Private Client caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and client-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of Wills and Estates matters.
• Draft and advise on Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Handle Probate and administration of estates.
• Provide estate planning advice and deal with Trusts where appropriate.
• Support senior fee earners on complex Private Client matters.
• Maintain accurate files and progress matters efficiently.

Job description

Our client is recruiting for an experienced Wills & Estates Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their established Private Client team in Yeadon.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional with at least 3 years' PQE or equivalent experience to manage a varied Wills & Estates caseload within a supportive and progressive team.

The role offers hybrid working, ongoing professional development and excellent opportunities to develop your Private Client expertise. Both full-time and part-time applications are welcome.

The Role

• Managing a varied caseload of Wills and Estates matters.
• Drafting and advising on Wills.
• Advising clients in relation to Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Handling Probate and the administration of estates.
• Advising on estate planning matters.
• Dealing with Trusts.
• Handling Court of Protection matters where appropriate.
• Providing clear, practical and sensitive legal advice to clients.
• Managing matters independently while maintaining high standards of client care.
• Supporting senior fee earners with more complex Private Client matters.
• Maintaining accurate files and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently.
• Keeping up to date with relevant legal and regulatory developments.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.
• Supporting the team's marketing and business development activities.
• Producing written content and attending networking or business development events where appropriate.

The Candidate

• Be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.
• Have at least 3 years' PQE or equivalent experience.
• Have strong experience in Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.
• Be confident managing their own Private Client caseload.
• Have excellent communication and client care skills.
• Be comfortable advising clients from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Have strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Have a professional and sensitive approach when dealing with clients and their families.
• Be committed to maintaining high professional standards.

An interest in gaining the STEP qualification would also be welcomed, with opportunities for continued professional development available.

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