Well-established Watford based law firm looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor of Paralegal Fee Earner to join the Wills and Probate team and deliver a high-quality service and care to the firm's established and new client base. The firm has plans to grow to become an even more dynamic and progressive firm who are passionate about what we do.
About the role
This role sits within the Private client team which delivers a full range of legal services including drafting of wills and lasting powers of attorney, document preparation, probate and estate administration.
As a an experienced Private Client Solicitor of Paralegal you will be responsible for:
* Assisting with or drafting wills, LPA's, probate and estate administration
* Draft correspondence and documents ensuing they are accurate and meet our customer's requirements
* Coordinating and attend meetings, take instructions and notes and liaise with customers
* Liaising with other professionals such as financial advisor's and accountants
* Assisting the team with their case-load as appropriate
* Review client documents
* Assist with ensuring client billing is undertaken accurately and within deadlines
* Ensuring compliance responsibilities and adhered to
About you
The ideal candidate will have:
* solid experience in making Lasting Power of Attorney applications, drafting Wills & Probate applications, dealing with IHT and Estate Administration.
* Excellent client care and communication skills
* Meticulous administrative, attention to detail and great interpersonal skills as the role involves close communication with other members of the team and clients.
On Offer
* Full Time or Part Time opportunity
* 20 days annual leave plus bank and statutory holidays (pro-rata) and extra time off over Christmas.
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Watford Town Centre
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Flexitime
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Watford WD17 1NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Probate, Wills and Private Client work: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person