Will Writer or Paralegal

My client is searching for a Will Writer to join their Dartford, Kent offices. 

 

Duties

The role includes but is not limited to the following:

• To take instructions from clients at the office by prior appointment in relation to straightforward Wills.

• Following the appointment, to prepare, explain and submit draft documents for approval as quickly as possible – ideally on the same day or within 24 hours.

• To present the firm's account promptly and to secure immediate settlement.

• To ensure that all enquiries outside the scope of "Easywill", involving complex trusts, IHT advice etc, are referred to senior members of the Private Client team.

• To advise in relation to Lasting Powers of Attorney and to preparation and registration following signature.

The Candidate

• Ability to work unsupervised

• Must have some experience working within a busy Private Client department and must have at least 12 months of experience will drafting and Lasting Powers of Attorney experience and a proven track record of managing a caseload and meeting client and business expectations

• A law degree/LPC desired, although not essential

Candidates Must be able to travel between our 3 offices.

• The position will be based at the firm’s Bexleyheath office initially, then the candidate will be based at the firm’s Dartford office, although you will also work at their Bexleyheath and Orpington offices so you must be able to travel between these offices.

Hours are Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.30 pm with a one-hour break for lunch.

Benefits 

• 25 days holiday plus a day off for birthday

• Pension scheme

• Employee assistance programme

• Optional healthcare cashback scheme

• Regular social events

• Free eye tests and staff discounts on the firms legal services along with a family and friends referral scheme

 

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note:  Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.