Legal Director - Trusts and Estates Disputes Team

Legal Director - Trusts and Estates Disputes TeamJoin to apply for the Legal Director - Trusts and Estates Disputes Team role at Shakespeare MartineauLocation: BristolDepartment: Shakespeare Martineau - Agriculture & Wealth - Private ClientOverviewWe have an exciting opportunity for a 5 year+ PQE Solicitor to join our client-focused Trusts and Estates Disputes (TED) team. We are looking for a driven professional who is keen to develop their career within an experienced and fast-growing team. You will play a pivotal role in providing high quality legal services to clients on all aspects of Trusts and Estates Disputes work.ResponsibilitiesRun own case load efficiently and cost effectively and within strict service level agreements as required by the clientsAssist senior colleagues on a broad range of TED casesAdvise clients about the strengths and weaknesses of their casesHandle a caseload of differing complexityGet involved in business development activities, both individually and as part of the Bristol and national teamsAttend and conduct client meetingsDraft and prepare court documents in a time sensitive mannerQualifications and ExperienceA minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in an administrative role gained within a legal or professional services environmentConfidence with IT systems to include Microsoft Word and ExcelA minimum grade C pass at GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and MathematicsKey CompetenciesA high degree of initiative and the ability to cope in a demanding environmentThe ability to be proactive and effectively manage your own workloadBeing resilient, confident and calm under pressureExceptional attention to detail and accuracyAn entrepreneurial nature and an outgoing mannerExcellent organisational, prioritising and time management skillsStrong negotiation and communication skillsBenefits and Agile WorkingWe embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work. We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it. We have the following hubs across the UK: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Leicester, Lincoln, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Sheffield, Solihull, Stratford upon Avon & Tunbridge Wells. Please be aware, for some vacancies, where we receive high numbers of applications we may need to bring the close date forward. Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found here.Equal OpportunitiesShakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. #J-18808-Ljbffr