Wills, Trusts & Probate Lawyer
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Location: Hertford / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Seniority: 3+ years PQE
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity
We are working with a well-established regional law firm seeking a Wills, Trusts & Probate Solicitor to join their busy Bereavement Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with 3+ years PQE to work in a supportive and structured environment, with clear opportunities for progression and professional development.
The firm values a healthy work/life balance while also offering a challenging and rewarding workload, providing exposure to a range of Wills, Trusts, Probate and Private Client matters, including high-net-worth estates.
Ideal Candidate
This role is perfect for a dedicated, ambitious solicitor who wants to develop their career in private client work while benefiting from a supportive and flexible environment. The firm prides itself on quality, teamwork, and client care, and is looking for someone who shares these values.
The Role
- Take client instructions and prepare Wills, LPAs and general Powers of Attorney, from straightforward to complex cases
- Manage probate and estate administration files, including estates requiring IHT400s, tax relief claims, and intestate estates
- Administer and advise on trusts, including Life Interest and Discretionary Trusts, with guidance on tax implications and estate administration
- Gain exposure to issues affecting older clients, including awareness of the Court of Protection and Deputyship work, with support from Lifetime Planning specialists
- Build relationships with clients and contribute to business development and networking activities
- Act as an ambassador for the firm both internally and externally
- A solicitor (or CILEX/FILEX qualified) with 3+ years PQE and experience in Wills, Trusts, Probate and Private Client work
- STEP qualification or working toward it is desirable but not essential
- Someone dedicated to excellent client service and able to provide clear, professional advice
- A proactive, team-oriented individual with strong judgement, maturity, and a 'can-do' attitude
- Confident, xbpsjku positive, and professional, both internally and externally
- Structured career path with clear opportunities for progression
- Supportive and nurturing environment with monthly one-to-ones, team meetings, and six-monthly appraisals
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Firm-wide and fee-earner bonus schemes
- 25 days holiday per year, increasing with service
- Contributory corporate pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare Cash Plan after probation (option to extend to dependants/partners)
- Access to financial wellbeing platform
- Active social and wellbeing initiatives, including office events, charity activities, and team-building
- Location:
- Hertford
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Legal
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