Legal careers at HRJ Foreman Laws Solicitors

LEGAL SECRETARY, PRIVATE CLIENT, WILLS, TRUSTS AND PROBATE

Hitchin, Hertfordshire

We are looking for an experienced, full-time legal secretary to join our busy Wills, Trust and Probate team, to be based at our Hitchin office.

We are a well renowned and highly respected law firm with offices in Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire and Old Harlow, Essex.

If you have; secretarial experience within a law firm; a good eye for detail; a positive, proactive approach to your work; are passionate about helping our clients and delivering excellent customer service, then we would love to hear from you. 

Key responsibilities include:

Welcoming clients, communicating with clients, and effectively handling client enquiries in a friendly, professional, and empathetic manner.

Typing from dictation.

Preparing complex legal documents accurately and quickly for our team of solicitors.

Managing matters on our case management system (Leap) from opening a matter to final billing.

Supporting other secretaries in the team and across the firm when required.  This may also include working from one of our other offices from time to time.

Managing calendars and making appointments.

We will offer you:

A competitive salary based on experience.

A collaborative and relaxed office culture.

Ongoing training and support.

Employee benefits via Perkbox and Simply Health.

To apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to: emma.loftus@hrjforemanlaws.co.uk

SOLICITOR, PRIVATE CLIENT, WILLS, TRUSTS AND PROBATE

Hitchin, Hertfordshire

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Solicitor to join our talented Wills, Trusts and Probate team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Perkbox and Simply Health

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of wills, probate, and estate administration matters.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of wills, trusts, and estate planning.
• Draft and review legal documents, including wills, powers of attorney, and trust deeds.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, and third parties to ensure smooth administration of estates.
• Stay updated with changes in relevant laws and regulations to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Support business development activities to build and grow the Wills, Trusts and Probate offering in Hitchin and its surrounding areas.

Requirements:

Please only apply if you meet the requirements. The role will not suit those without prior experience in a law firm, private client department.

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 to 5 years PQE in Wills and Probate.
• Strong knowledge of the Inheritance Tax Act 1984 and the Non-contentious Probate Rules 1987.
• Excellent working knowledge of Lexcel, anti-money laundering regulations, the SRA’s Code of Conduct for Solicitors and other applicable regulatory/compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
• Proven ability to manage a busy caseload efficiently and effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like you and you’d like to apply, please send your CV to robert.france@hrjforemanlaws.co.uk

On occasion, we are able to offer work experience opportunities for students in tertiary education looking for a career in Law.  To make a request please email info@hrjforemanlaws.co.uk.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer work experience to anyone under the age of 18 or still in full time secondary education.