Wills & Estates Solicitor / Fee Earner - Prenton - Wirral, United Kingdom - Simpson Judge Ltd

Description

ROLE: Wills & Estates Solicitor / Fee Earner

LOCATION: Prenton (Wirral)

SALARY: DOE

Due to the development and growth of the firm's department, we are now seeking to

appoint a Wills and Estates Solicitor to work alongside our existing team.

The successful candidate will be running a caseload of private client files including Wills,

Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA's), Court of Protection and Estate Administration files.

We are looking for a confident and experienced Solicitor with strong communication

skills.

To be considered for this excellent opportunity, the attributes required are:

 2-3 years experience as a Wills and Estates Solicitor with experience of Wills,

LPA's, Court of Protection and Estate Administration.

 Experience of running a caseload with minimum supervision.

 As you will be dealing with clients and referrers the need for excellent customer

service skills will be paramount.

 The need for attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced department.

 Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

 Ability to provide high quality advice to clients from all sectors across a broad

range of issues.

 Ability to form good relationships with clients and colleagues and to work as part

of an effective team.

 Good IT skills including the ability to utilise a case management system.

 Good working knowledge of legal databases.

 Commercial attitude with ability to practice good financial management of files

and caseload.

 Ability to work on own initiative.

 To identify and initiate cross-selling opportunities.

 Well organised, with a clear and professional telephone manner.

 Well presented, punctual, confident, and self-motivated.

 Professional, articulate with good sales skills and be comfortable persuading

prospective clients of the benefits of instructing our firm and be adept at obtaining

funds.

 Flexible in your working approach with the ability to multi-task and prioritise