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Base pay range
Probate Solicitor £32,000-£65,000 dependant on experience (Work level 6A and Work level 5). Full time, 37.5 hours or part time hours available. We’re now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home and any of our offices in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, or Stratford upon Avon.
Overview
We’re looking for solicitors/fee earners to join our specialist probate team within Co-op Legal Services at a variety of levels. In this role, you’ll manage a varied caseload of probate cases from start to finish, with a client-focused approach to targets. We will source new work for you, and you’ll be supported by our innovative legal technology. AI-enabled processes are in our platform, and estate administration processes are planned to be AI-enabled through 2025, creating opportunities to build a rewarding career with us.
What you’ll do
* Own caseload of probate cases varying in complexity end to end, using a case management system and AI tools
* Use our case management system to ensure information is recorded accurately
* Engage with clients mainly by telephone and email
* Work collaboratively with expert support from the team to continually develop your legal skills; administrative support will also be provided
* Mentor more junior members of the team using your legal knowledge
This role would suit people who have
* Qualified as a solicitor or legal executive in private practice (CILEX or STEP qualification), or have the equivalent experience in probate law
* Ability to use initiative and effectively prioritise and organise work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
* A client-focused approach with the ability to build positive relationships in a remote setting
Why Co-op?
At Co-op, we’re owned by our members and are powered by purpose. We aim to create a place where you can thrive. Benefits include:
* An annual bonus scheme (dependent on personal and business performance)
* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 with service)
* Private healthcare (WL5 only)
* Wellbeing benefits to support physical, financial and mental health
* Coaching, training, and support such as study leave to develop skills and progress your career
* Discounts on Co-op products and services
Building an inclusive work environment
We’re actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. We strive for inclusive work environments with equal opportunities for all. We celebrate differences and aim for our teams to reflect the communities we serve.
If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. We’re part of the Disability Confident scheme and will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria if they apply through the scheme. We’ll ask whether you’d like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply. If invited to participate in the recruitment process, we will ask if you need reasonable adjustments to enable participation. You can find more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and about Disability Confident and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.
Background checks may be performed as part of pre-employment screening, including SRA checks, credit checks, and a DBS check. Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Law Practice and Legal Services
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