Job Description
Wills and Probate Solicitor | Bletchley, Milton Keynes | Full-time – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday with 1 hour lunch from 1pm – 2 pm | Hybrid working will be considered |£50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Our client is a reputable two-partner law firm based in Milton Keynes, specialising in a diverse range of residential and commercial property work, alongside private client services.
They are seeking an experienced Solicitor or FCILEX with around 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join their team and provide wills and probate services.
Are you the right person for the job?
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Adaptability is essential, as the team operates on a cloud-based file management system, and a willingness to embrace and navigate computerised systems is crucial
* Must be able to work without supervision
* The ideal candidate will manage the Wills and Probate department, with some administrative support
* The ideal candidate will have autonomy to make the role theirs, with regular meetings with management and support to grow and develop as required
What will your role look like?
You will be responsible for:
* Drafting wills
* Handling both taxable and non-taxable estates
* Applying for Grants of Probate
* Administering estates
* Drafting and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
What can you expect in return?
* Competitive salary (up to £55,000 depending on experience)
* Flexible working options
* Opportunity to work with a supportive, well-established team
* Modern, cloud-based file management systems
* A friendly, collaborative work environment
* Pension
* 20 working days holiday plus bank holidays plus a break between Christmas and New Year
* We are a 15 minutes walking distance from Bletchley train station
* Hybrid working will be considered
Interview
There will be an initial virtual interview, followed by an in-person interview.
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