Solicitor – Wills & Probate, Chester

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Solicitor – Wills & Probate, Chester

Department: Private Client – Wills & Probate
Location: Chester (Hybrid)
Reports to: Head of Department

Role Purpose

The role exists to deliver high quality Wills and Probate advice to clients while operating as a competent, increasingly independent fee earner. At Level 3, the focus is on technical development, sound judgment, excellent client care and beginning to demonstrate commercial awareness.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Delivery

  • Manage a varied caseload of Wills and Probate matters with limited supervision.
  • Draft wills, LPAs and probate documentation accurately and efficiently.
  • Progress straightforward probate matters independently and escalate complexity appropriately.
  • Apply technical learning consistently and retain guidance given.

Client Care

  • Deliver a calm, professional and empathetic client experience.
  • Manage client expectations clearly on process, timescales and costs.
  • Maintain accurate and timely communication with clients.

Risk and Compliance

  • Follow all client onboarding and file management procedures.
  • Identify risk issues early and escalate where required.
  • Maintain accurate file notes and compliance records.

Commercial and Financial Contribution

  • Manage time effectively and record time accurately.
  • Demonstrate growing awareness of fees, WIP and billing.
  • Support business development activity through relationship building and referrals.

Team and Business Contribution

  • Work collaboratively across the business.
  • Support colleagues when required.
  • Contribute positively to team culture and standards.

Technical Experience Required

  • Qualified solicitor with 1–2 years PQE in Wills and Probate.
  • Experience managing wills, LPAs and straightforward probate matters.
  • Sound understanding of private client regulatory requirements.
  • Ability to work independently on routine matters.

What Success Looks Like

  • Matters are progressed efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Clients receive consistent, high quality service.
  • Files are compliant and well managed.
  • You contribute positively to team and business performance.