Senior Wills and Estates Professional

16 hours ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Gleeson Recruitment Group Full time

Job Details

We are seeking a highly experienced Private Client Solicitor to join our team in Birmingham. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of handling complex estate planning and probate cases.

Responsibilities

  • Handling a mixed caseload of wills, estate administration, and Power of Attorney matters.
  • Providing comprehensive advice on all aspects of a client's needs, collaborating with other teams within the firm as necessary.
  • Drafting legal documents, including Wills, Declarations of Trusts, and Deeds of Variation.
  • Developing expertise in Estate and Tax Planning advice, with a willingness to grow in this area.
  • Managing own caseload confidently while ensuring high standards of client service.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3-5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Strong drafting and advisory skills, with competence in IT and case management systems.
  • Positive and enabling approach to problem-solving, with an appreciation for risk management.
  • Ability to work flexibly across a multi-skilled team and carry a personal caseload.
  • Membership of STEP or SFE is beneficial but not essential.

Package

  • Competitive salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
  • 5% employer pension contribution, with a 2% employee contribution.
  • Travel passes for rail and bus services.
  • Illness and life cover, with plans to introduce a benefit platform offering dental, gym, and discounts.
  • Flexible working hours, including options for homeworking in line with the hybrid-working policy.


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