A well-established regional law firm is looking to hear from experienced Private Client Solicitors and Legal Executives with a strong background in estate administration to join its team in Blandford Forum.
The Role
Your work is likely to include:
Managing estate administrations from initial instruction through to completion and distribution
Dealing with straightforward and complex estates, including taxable estates
Preparing and submitting applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
Advising executors, beneficiaries and other interested parties throughout the administration process
Calculating and advising on Inheritance Tax and available reliefs
Dealing with estates involving property, investments, business and agricultural assets
Preparing estate accounts and liaising with HMRC, financial institutions and other professional advisers
Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney where appropriate
Advising on trusts and estate planning matters
Supporting clients through what can often be a sensitive and challenging period
About You
You will ideally have:
Strong experience handling probate and estate administration matters
A sound understanding of Wills, LPAs, trusts and Inheritance Tax
Experience managing your own caseload with a high degree of autonomy
Excellent technical and organisational skills
Strong client care and communication abilities
A pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
The ability to deal sensitively and professionally with clients
A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the wider team
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