Job Description
A well-established, multi-office High Street law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join its Private Client department.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with proven experience in Wills, Probate, and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) to support a busy and highly regarded team.
This is a full-time position supporting a senior solicitor and legal executive on a varied and engaging caseload, including wills, probate and estate administration, trusts and estate planning.
Key responsibilities include:
* Assisting with private client matters including Wills, LPAs, Probate, and Trusts
* Preparing legal documentation and correspondence
* Submitting LPA and Grant of Probate applications online
* Supporting client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships
* Providing additional support to the probate team as required
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
* A minimum of 2 years’ experience within Private Client (Wills & Probate)
* Strong experience drafting and preparing legal documents, including wills, LPAs, probate documentation, trust-related documents and general correspondence
* Knowledge of completing IHT forms (IHT205, IHT217, IHT400)
* Experience preparing Probate applications online
* Ability to draft documents from solicitor’s notes
* Experience using LEAP case management system (preferred)
* Strong technical knowledge with the ability to work independently
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills
* Confident, professional communication skills with a client-focused approach
* Digital audio transcription skills (minimum typing speed of 60 WPM)
* A friendly, approachable, and team-oriented attitude
* Flexibility to travel between office locations as required
Salary & Benefits
* Salary from £28,500 - £32,000
* Discretionary performance-related bonuses
* Profit share bonus scheme
* Company pension
* Employee discount scheme
* On-site parking
* Generous holiday allowance (5.6 weeks including bank holidays)
* Extra day’s leave for your birthday
* Regular staff social events
For more information, apply directly or contact Jess at AJ Chambers