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Junior Contentious Probate Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment
Posted 16 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Swansea, West Glamorgan SA1 5AS, Wales

Salary

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position available is for a Junior Contentious Probate Solicitor in Swansea, offering a competitive salary range of £35,000 to £55,000.
  • The firm is looking for an ambitious Associate Solicitor with 0-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), although all experience levels will be considered.
  • Responsibilities include managing a caseload of contentious probate matters, working collaboratively to provide excellent client service, and engaging in business development activities.
  • Candidates should have experience in wills, probate, and litigation, ideally gained during their training contract, as well as strong client relationship skills.
  • The role offers opportunities for hybrid working and access to various employee benefits, including private medical insurance and internal training programs.

Junior Contentious Probate Solicitor - Swansea

35k -55k

We are seeking to recruit an ambitious and driven Associate Solicitor to join a well known Commercial law firm in Swansea. They have a recognised Inheritance & Trusts disputes team. Ideally you will be 0-5 years PQE but all levels will be considered.

The role will involve a broad caseload including contentious probate matters involving challenges to the validity of wills, claims pursuant to the Inheritance (Provisions for Family and Dependents) Act 1975 and equitable claims including proprietary estoppel and disputed trusts and trustees.

The main responsibilities of the role will involve:

  • Effectively managing a caseload of contentious probate matters
  • Working collaboratively in order to achieve an excellent and effective client service
  • Building strong relationships with clients and professional contacts including business development and networking activities
  • Ensuring targets are met whilst maintaining high quality standards

The nature of this role is likely to appeal to an individual who has obtained experience of wills and probate including contentious probate during their training contract and has qualified or is due to qualify in 2023.

The role is based in the firm's Swansea office and there will be scope for hybrid working.

The successful candidate should have:

  • Qualified Solicitor
  • Experience in wills, probate and litigation (this can be as seats on your training contract)
  • A passion for Contentious Probate
  • Excellent client relationship skills


You will be able to access a range of excellent employee benefits including:

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme - 35,000 - 55,000
  • Private medical insurance and health cash plan
  • Employer pension contribution of 4%
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Internal training and career development opportunities

Are you up to the challenge?

If you believe that you have the skills and experience for this role please get in touch with Daniel Mason at your earliest convenience

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