Contentious Probate Fee Earner / Legacy Manager
- Recruiter
- JMC Legal CVDB
- Location
- England, West Sussex, Horsham
- Salary
- £40000 - £49000 per annum + Excellent benefits
- Posted
- 17 Mar 2017
- Closes
- 28 Mar 2017
- Ref
- BBBH372
- Contact
- Jason Connolly
- Job Title
- Solicitor
- Practice Area
- Litigation, Private Client
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
This leading charity is a well-known household name throughout the country and internationally. They are renowned for the work they do and generate over £100million a year in voluntary income. The charity continues to see growth year on year allowing them to achieve more of their charitable goals. You will find a lovely culture that is forward thinking, dynamic and progressive.
The charity is seeking a Legal Administration Manager / Contentious Probate Fee Earner to deal with legacy matters on a one year contract, based in Horsham, West Sussex. This role does have the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
You will develop, lead, and manage a team of 3 Legacy Officers to ensure optimisation of legacy income, to include identifying, managing and driving projects and initiatives which enhance the efficiency of the department. You will have responsibility for managing a nominal case load consisting of contentious and non-contentious case files including Statutory Will applications and the associated legal process.
- You will either be a Solicitor, ILEX or experienced Paralegal with at least two years experience in dealing with Wills, Contentious Probates, Trusts and Tax
- Working in a large charity or private practice dealing with Wills, Trusts, Tax and probate matters with good knowledge of the pre-action protocols relating to probate disputes (ACTAPS) and the Civil Procedure Rules
- This role is an excellent door opener for someone looking to move in-house
- You will work for one of the UK's most well-known charities
- Salary up to £49k, plus benefits.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Administration Manager / Contentious Probate Fee Earner to join this leading Charity in Horsham, West Sussex.
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