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Watkins Solicitors - Empowering Careers in Wills and Probate Law
Watkins Solicitors is a multi-award-winning firm with a national reputation for excellence across family, education, human rights, property, and wills and probate law.
With offices in North Bristol, South Bristol, Bath, and Hereford, and by-appointment availability in Evesham, we serve clients both locally and across England.
About us:
* Legal Aid franchise, serving family clients, judicial review, and education
* Accommodating both Legal Aid and private clients.
·Known for our outstanding workplace culture, we are committed to supporting our team.
·We offer a genuinely flexible working environment, with a strong focus on remote, agile, and hybrid working.
The Opportunity: Wills and Probate Solicitor – Full Time
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Wills and Probate department for a qualified solicitor with up to 3 years’ experience, to support our small but established department. We are looking for a dedicated individual who is seeking a challenging yet rewarding role, looking to take the next step on their legal career path.
This is a full-time position (35 hours/week); Monday to Thursday 9 am to 5 pm, and Friday 8.30 am to 4 pm.The initial training will be provided in our Fishponds office. However, thereafter there may be the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis from home and either our Bristol (Fishponds), Bath or Hereford offices.
Main responsibilities:
You will be handling a broad base of probate and private client work, including administering estates, drafting wills and powers of attorney, handling tax, trusts and elderly client matters as well as a range of others. You must have a solid knowledge and understanding of probate and private client law.
* Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 1-year PQE (or equivalent experience)
* A strong background in probate work
* Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage a varied caseload from instructions through to completion
* Exceptional client care skills and the ability to maintain high standards of service
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Staying up to date with developments in private client law
* Collaborating with colleagues to support the growth of the department
* STEP accreditation
Our offer
* Competitive salary: £37,500 - £47,500 per annum, dependant on skills and experience
* Flexible work policy and Bike2Work Scheme
* Opportunities for career progression
How to Apply:
To apply for this rewarding opportunity at Watkins Solicitors, please send your CV and a covering letter.
The closing date for this vacancy is Friday 22 August 2025, but interviews may take place sooner if suitable candidates apply early.
Diversity and Inclusion: Watkins Solicitors welcomes applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, providing equipment or changes to the workplace. All candidates invited to interview have the opportunity to request adjustments to the recruitment process when scheduling your interview.Some options include communication support or breaks.
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