At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse caseload of Wills, Probate, and estate administration with excellent client care.
- Company: Expanding law firm in West Sussex with a focus on Private Client services.
- Benefits: 25 days annual leave, birthday off, eyecare scheme, Christmas shutdown, and long service awards.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in clients' lives through expert legal support.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years in estate administration and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Due to the expansion of our clients Private Client/Probate department, a new position has arisen for a qualified Probate/Private Client Solicitor.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Managing a varied caseload of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Tax/Care fee planning, Probate and all associated matters through to conclusion, including both grant only and estate administration with a mix of complex and straightforward cases.
- Working autonomously to proactively take on areas of file handling with minimum supervision and always providing excellent client care.
- A Law Degree / Solicitor / CILEX / TEP or equivalent vocational experience in legal services with at least 4 years’ experience managing estate administration cases.
- Knowledge of private client work and a willingness to proactively develop technical expertise and keep up to date with legal developments.
- Strong communication skills.
- Administering complex, taxable estates in accordance with the relevant laws and in a timely manner.
- Communicating and maintaining a relationship with clients and associates via letter, email and telephone.
- Collecting relevant financial information for our solicitor to submit the probate application.
- Liaising with solicitors in relation to the probate application and HM Revenue & Customs queries on taxable estates.
- Collection or transfer of assets to the beneficiaries.
- Handling the transfer or sale of the deceased property, to include liaising with estate agents, solicitors, and executors.
- Completing and submitting relevant income tax returns.
- Reconciling Executor accounts.
- Drafting and completing estate accounts, reconciled to the Executor account.
- Obtaining Executor approval of estate accounts.
- Completing adequate searches in order to settle the estate upon completion of the administration.
- Ensuring deadlines are being met on own files and files within team.
- Ensuring policies and procedures are being followed.
Benefits
- 25 Days Annual Leave
- Birthday Day off
- Eyecare scheme
- Christmas shutdown
- Long Service Awards
Solicitor - Private Client in Brighton employer: Elite Touch Group
Elite Touch Group Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment in the vibrant city of Brighton. With a focus on employee growth and development, the firm provides competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements, ensuring that team members can thrive both professionally and personally while managing a diverse caseload in their Litigation department.
We think you need these skills to ace Solicitor - Private Client in Brighton
Probate Law
Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
Tax/Care Fee Planning
Estate Administration
Client Care
File Handling
Communication Skills
