Legal Assistant Wills & Probate Department

We seek someone who is naturally enthusiastic, committed and keen to contribute to the growth of the firm. The successful candidate must be experienced specifically, in the area of private client Wills, LPAs & Probate

The Candidate

• At least two years’ experience in assisting within Private Client, Wills & Probate.
• The required experience in drafting and preparing legal documentation: Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Wills & Trusts, general correspondence;
• Knowledge of preparing and completing IHT forms such as IHT205, IHT217 and IHT400
• Able to prepare LPA forms and Wills on the notes of the solicitor
• Ability to prepare Probate forms online
• Experience of LEAP case management system preferred
• Good overall technical knowledge of private client work with the ability to work unsupervised
• Excellent administration and organisational skills;
• Friendly and approachable
• Digital audio transcription; Typing speed of 60 WPM

The candidate would need to be self-motivated, highly organised and have good communication skills with clients as the role would be client facing. The candidate would need to be able to submit LPA and Grant of Probate applications online and preferably have background in using LEAP case management.

F Barnes are based in Romford, Gidea Park and Collier Row, our legal advisors are all specialists in their respective fields and act for a wide range of commercial and private sector clients.

This position is full time assisting the department with a large and interesting caseload to include Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning and Administration.

The Role

• Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (we can consider 4 days per week)
• Parking Included
• Salary & Benefits package is at competitive rates for the area and negotiable according to experience
• Part of the profit related bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Profit sharing

Contact Joanne.druce@fbarnes.co.uk