Wills and Probate Fee Earner

1 month ago


AshbyDeLaZouch, United Kingdom Fishers Solicitors Full time

Job role: Wills and Probate Fee Earner

Department: Wills and Probate

Responsible to: Wills and Probate Director and the wider Fishers Solicitors team

Reporting to: Jayne Parsons - Associate and head of Wills and Probate

**About us**

We’re a friendly independent law firm based in a modern bright and open office at a business park on the edge of Ashby-de-la-Zouch. We’re a thriving business of over 200 years, who like to get stuck in, work hard and, love what we do. Our Wills and Probate team is one of our busiest departments and we are looking to grow it with the help of a Wills and Probate fee earner.

**About the role**

**Main Responsibilities**
- Handling a varied caseload of Wills, lasting powers of attorney, the setting up and administration of trusts, Court of Protection and the administration of estates (both with and without a Will), and variation of Wills.
- Ensuring that all client work is progressed in a timely manner and that the client is kept informed throughout, delivering exceptional customer service.
- Complying with all file and case management quality standards in accordance with the Law Society requirements.
- Assisting the Head of Department with any other relevant duties as and when required and working together to promote the department as a whole.
- Building upon the firm’s reputation to attract key clients and assist with the firm’s marketing initiatives Networking with other professionals and contacts, both individually and as part of a team.
- Managing own caseload
- Providing exceptional client care
- Diligent and accurate use of the firms Case Management System.

The above does not constitute an exhaustive list of duties. The post holder may be required to perform any reasonable tasks commensurate with the role and level of responsibility at the request of the Directors.

**Skills, Qualifications and experience**:
Interested applicants should ideally be:
1. A qualified Solicitor, or Fellow of Cilex with a minimum 2 years PQE

(Interested applicants with more or less experience, will be considered);
Interested applicants should also have:

- Experience of working within a busy Wills and Probate department;
- The ability to handle a varied caseload with mínimal supervision;
- A target driven approach;
- Exceptional client care skills;
- A highly organised approach and the ability to prioritise;
- A high level of attention to detail;
- A can do attitude;
- An ability to work well as part of a team as well as independently;
- Exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written);
**Our Benefits**

**Our Values**
- Drive: Have energy and enthusiasm to get the job done;
- Innovate: Look to develop and change for the better;
- Connect: Connect to customers and colleagues;
- Collaborate: Work together for our customers and community;
- Excel: Provide excellent customer service

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £35,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus

**Experience**:

- Wills and Probate fee earning: 2 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ashby-De-La-Zouch, LE65 2AB



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