
We’re Hiring: Wills and Probate Department
Private Client and FCILEx / CILEx Lawyer
Payscale: Up to £45,000.00 pro rata per annum DOE
Click here to register your interest or apply.
The Opportunity
We are hiring for Private Client and Wills fee earner to join our existing Private Client team as part of the continued growth of our law firm based in Midsomer Norton, which is commutable from local towns in Wiltshire, Somerset and the city of Bath.
The job vacancy is advertised on a full-time basis and will be basis based at our Midsomer Norton office, with the benefit of ample parking at our offices. There is the opportunity for part time, flexible and hybrid working for the right candidate and as a law firm we pride ourselves on our flexibility.
Job Description
We are seeking a FCILEx / CILEx Lawyer, with a strong background in a private client environment and solid legal and Will writing experience. It would also be desirable for you to have experience with tax planning in the context of, and incidental to, a person’s lifetime planning as well as ensuring wills and Lasting Power of Attorney documentation is accurate.
- The candidate will be able to confidently assist clients with advice on estates of all sizes, including those subject to IHT, communicating with clients and having the drive to progress cases is a must.
- Many of our clients live locally, so face to face meetings are a daily occurrence and therefore strong client communication skills are essential.
- Although we are a high street firm, we have high volumes of work and so if you enjoy an atmosphere of hustle and bustle where the days go quickly and the work is varied and interesting, this is the ideal job for you.
Desirable Skills / Experience:
• Probate and Estate Administration.
• Drafting all types of Wills.
• Drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Preparing IHT400 Inheritance Tax Accounts.
• Corrective accounts.
• Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax in the context of estates.
• Drafting estate accounts.
• Deputyship applications.
• Legal research and use of online research services.
• Use of a case management system (preferably ALB, though not essential).
• The use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Outlook).
Benefits
In return, as well as offering a meaningful route for progression, championing CILEx pathway qualified Lawyers and providing training and flexibility, we provide:
• Competitive pay up to £45,000.00 pro-rata per annum dependant on qualifications and experience.
• Payment of CILEx membership renewal fees.
• A free Will for you and discounted legal services for you, friends and family.
• Annual target bonus scheme.
• Company pension contributions.
• Free private on-site parking.
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 25 after 1 year of service)
• 2 days gifted holiday at Christmas and full office closure.
• Social events arranged by the Socials Committee.
• Opportunities to fundraise for our Charity of the Year.
• Opportunities for continued growth and progression through our ‘Career Path’ initiative.
Our Firm
Thatcher + Hallam has sat at the heart of Midsomer Norton since 1770 and is proud to have served the local community for over 250 years.
Our friendly staff focused culture and strong core values around equality, diversity and philanthropy provide a healthy working environment and a secure and strong reputation both in the local area and further afield. It’s no wonder we have excellent staff retention rates, with many of our employees having been with us for over 10 years. We are proud to support local charities through our Charity of the Year initiative and we also work alongside other charities and organisations in the local area, including Radstock Museum and Midsomer Norton Ladies Cricket Team.
Ready to apply?
Simply click the link to our Registration of Interest form and upload your details and CV, or email your CV and cover letter to George Persson (gpersson@th-law.co.uk).
Closing date: 02.03.2024
Questions?
If you have any questions about this role, you are most welcome to get in touch. Please contact George Persson on gpersson@th-law.co.uk or by calling 01761 414 646.