Wills & Probate Solicitor/Legal Executive

JMP Solicitors; Grantham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Grantham is seeking a dedicated Wills & Probate Solicitor/Legal Executive. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Private Client work, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to business development. Responsibilities include managing client caseloads, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with other professionals. This full-time role offers competitive salary, training, and development opportunities.

Benefits

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Fully supported training and development

Death in service

Staff events

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months PQE required.
• Strong background in Private Client work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of Wills and Probate matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Empathy

Proactive approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Wills & Probate Solicitor/Legal Executive

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We are seeking a dedicated and ambitious Solicitor/Legal Executive to join our Wills & Probate department.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Private Client work, including Wills, Trusts, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney. This role requires excellent communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and care.

This candidate will be based at our Grantham office and will involve some participation in the growth of the firms Private Client services.

Duties

• Take instructions and follow through until successful completion of the matter.
• Manage a varied caseload and advise clients on a range of Private Client matters, including Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Manage the administration of estates and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues.
• Delegate work and assist with the development of other members of the team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service.
• Keep up to date with changes in legislation that may affect Private Client matters.
• Collaborate with other professionals such as financial advisers and accountants to provide comprehensive advice to clients.
• Participate in the development of new business opportunities and promote the full services on offer at the firm.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build strong relationships with clients.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documentation and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Empathy and understanding when dealing with sensitive client situations.
• Strong organisational skills to maintain effective case management systems.
• A proactive approach to business development and networking.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 12 months PQE.
• Competitive salary - dependant on level and experience
• 23 days annual leave +1 day for each year of service (max 28 days) + bank holidays
• Fully supported training and development
• Death in service
• Staff events
• Free Parking

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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