Wills & Probate Fee Earner

  • Denby
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable, DOE

Private Client Solicitor (Wills & Probate) – Derbyshire

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and reputable legal practice in Ripley, Derbyshire.

Our client is seeking a skilled and empathetic Fee Earner to join their busy Wills and Probate / Private Client team. This role offers the chance to handle a diverse range of private client matters and provide crucial legal support to individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing a varied caseload of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), Probate, and Court of Protection applications.
  • Conducting client meetings to understand their needs and provide professional legal advice.
  • Drafting, updating, and producing Wills and LPAs with accuracy.
  • Undertaking property inspections and relevant legal research.
  • Ensuring high levels of client care and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Effectively managing your own workload, meeting deadlines, and achieving targets.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

  • 5-10 years PQE within Private Client law.
  • Proven experience in professional Will and LPA drafting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work quickly and accurately.
  • High-level IT skills.
  • A caring and empathetic approach to client matters.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
  • Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
  • Enhanced family leave schemes.
  • Health cash plan including optical and dental cover.
  • 24/7 advice and information line and confidential counselling service.
  • Access to a discount and rewards platform.
  • Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions.
  • Flexible and hybrid working options (where suitable for the role).
  • Commitment to work-life balance and wellbeing support.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Discretionary bonus schemes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-standing firm with a strong reputation for client care and quality legal services.

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