Solicitor - Non Contentious Probate (Part-time) bei Judge & Priestley LLP
Judge & Priestley LLP · Bromley, Vereinigtes Königreich · Hybrid
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Exciting Opportunity at Judge and Priestley Solicitors LLP
Our Values
Expert -We will invest in the continual development of our people, team and also technology to ensure that we continue to be experts in all that we do.
Professional- We are accountable to our clients, colleagues, and all those with whom we engage to ensure that we are open, transparent and act with integrity in all that we do.
Friendly - Whilst at all times being professional, we will ensure that we are approachable and seek to put those with whom we deal, at ease in their dealings with us.
Are you a talented part-time solicitor with a passion for non-contentious probate work? Are you seeking a new challenge in a dynamic, diverse and supportive environment? Then read on!
(This is a maternity contract with the prospect of being longer term).
Our dynamic, well-established and friendly CS Litigation Team is looking for an enthusiastic, driven and highly skilled Non-Contentious Probate Solicitor to assist them in offering friendly and exceptional legal services to their clients. You will provide advice on trusts and probate law whilst assisting other contentious fee-earners within the team where necessary.
*We have a mature hybrid working model here at J&P, with a focus on a healthy work/life balance.*
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of probate and trust matters. You will have the opportunity to take on significant client-facing responsibilities, representing clients in sensitive and high-stakes legal matters, while benefiting from a collaborative and supportive environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven solicitor to join a reputable litigation team that values professional growth, client service, and a balanced work culture.
*Please see attached job description for further details.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications
- Qualified to practice in England & Wales/registered legal executive
- Completed the Legal Practice Course
- Fully qualified STEP member (preferable but not essential)
Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar field (or ability to demonstrate equivalent skills)
- Experience preferably gained in a Legal 500 ranked firm.
- Experience of delivering excellent customer care in a legal environment
Knowledge
- To have up to date knowledge of wills, trusts and probate processes, procedures and legislation
Benefits
Solicitor Bonus
Up to 10% Solicitor Bonus
Profit Share Scheme
We want all our employees to have a share in the success of the firm. This non contractual bonus is paid in June based on the profit from the previous financial year.
Volunteer Sabbatical
We offer our employees up to 2 days paid leave a year to contribute towards our CSR efforts.
Long Service Awards
We recognise long service through special lunches, extra time off and a monetary reward.
Wellbeing - Worklife Central
This multi-format programme covers four main topic areas: Careers, Families, Wellbeing and Inclusion. Support and resources are available through a wide range of online live talks, support groups and workshops, long and short-form videos accessible on demand and a library of articles, blogs and podcasts.
Private Healthcare
You’ll have access to private medical insurance.
Medicash
You will be enrolled into our scheme which provides cashback on a range of health services.
Pension
All employees are entitled to join our auto enrolment pension scheme. You will be enrolled in the pension after 3 months of employment dependent on age and salary.
Generous & Flexible Annual leave
We have a minimum of 25 days across the firm and you will receive an additional day’s holiday after every completed year of service to a total maximum of 30 days. You are also able to carry over up top 5 days of unused holiday entitlement.
Birthday off
If your birthday falls on a working day, you can have that day off as an extra day’s leave.
Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave
We include family friendly policies when after two years’ service you will be eligible for our enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
Death in Service Insurance
All employees will be entitled to 2 x salary.
Legal Fees
After one years’ service, you will be entitled to a contribution towards legal fees.
Recruitment Incentive
We offer up to £2,000 (dependent on level of seniority) referral bonus to say thank you for introducing a job candidate that becomes employed by J&P and passes their probation.
Season Ticket Loan
After probation, you are entitled to apply for an interest free advance for a season ticket to use public transport to reach your place of work.
Cycle to Work Scheme
Allows you to make a saving of 25% - 39% on the retail price of a bike.
