My client is looking for a Wills & Probate Fee Earner to join either their Bishop Auckland, Crook, or Shildon offices as they all serve the County Durham and beyond.
My client has the facilities to provide both support and training for candidates; therefore, applications will be considered from candidates with experience as Wills and Probate Legal Secretaries, Paralegals, Legal Executives, and Solicitors.
This full-time role will be varied and challenging, where you will work on your own caseload of quality private client matters. The successful candidate will be expected to deal with all aspects of the matter from inception through to completion. We offer a competitive salary and a supportive, progressive working environment within an experienced team.
Ideal Candidate Requirements:
1. A background in handling their own caseload of private client matters
2. A practical and commercial approach
3. Good personal skills and the ability to build a rapport and network
4. A desire to become their client’s trusted advisor
5. Strong communication
6. A strong desire to learn
7. Enthusiastic and ambitious
8. Hardworking and organised
9. Adaptable and accommodating
10. A smart and tidy appearance
11. Excellent attention to detail
12. IT competent
13. Excellent timekeeping and attendance
Experience Required:
1. Will drafting including complex wills, estate and inheritance tax planning
2. Estate Administration
3. Taking instructions and preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney for both health and welfare and property and financial affairs
4. Experience in contentious probate matters
5. Over a year’s worth of previous Private Client experience
Should you have any questions or wish to apply, please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.
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.
Job Info
Job Title: Wills & Probate Fee Earner
Company: CV-Library
Location:
Posted:
Closes:
Sector: Legal
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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