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Probate Fee Earner

Adkins & Cheurfi Recruitment
Posted 6 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 4LQ, England

Salary

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • A leading North East Law Firm in Newcastle Upon Tyne is seeking a Probate Fee Earner to join their busy Probate Team.
  • The role requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in probate work, including client meetings, administration of probate tasks, and managing client inquiries.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, which is commensurate with experience, along with an excellent benefits package including 28 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and sickness pay.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring high standards of client care and confidentiality while progressing client work efficiently.
  • Additional perks include free legal services for employees, social events, and a contributory health scheme.

Probate Fee Earner Newcastle Upon Tyne 

Opportunity to join a leading North East Law Firm joining a busy department in the Probate Team. 

Main Responsibilities:-

  • Attending client meetings, completing file notes, file opening, initial client compliance checks, preparation of client care letters and draft wills, completion of Lasting Powers of Attorney and general administration
  • Administration of probate work – co-ordinating collection of assets/identifying liabilities, preparation of oaths and applications for grants. 
  • Dealing with client enquiries in person and by telephone and email, making appointments, updating clients and co-ordinating fee earners diary, costs updates and dealing with aged debts 
  • To meet with clients and take initial instructions. To ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and on costs.
  • At all times to exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner.
  • To ensure the confidentiality and security of all documentation and information of the practice and clients. 

Includes an excellent variety of company staff benefits:-

  • 28 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays)
  • Pension Scheme
  • Sickness Pay (up to 20 days)
  • Friends and Family discount for legal services
  • Free Wills and Residential Conveyancing for employees
  • Social events for staff to include Christmas and Summer parties
  • Contributory Health Scheme

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