Legal Executive

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Legal Executive

Herne Bay, Kent.

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A Legal Executive is currently required to work in the busy Private Client department of a well-established firm of Solicitors based in Herne Bay.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation, drafting and production of legal documents in accordance with client requirements.

As the successful Legal Executive you will:

* Attend clients in order to take instructions on Wills, LPA’s and Probate Matters;

* Manage own Estate Administration and Probate Files;

* Draft Lasting & General Powers of Attorney;

* Draft documents required to register Enduring and Lasting Powers of Attorney;

* Draft Wills;

* Draft Executor’s Oaths in connection with applications for Grants of Representation;

* Conduct research on legal issues; Provide competent assistance to the Partners and department as required;

* Support the Partners with the development of the Private Client Department by assisting with client and networking events

GENERAL OBJECTIVES:

* To agree clear objectives linked to the Firm’s business plan and participate in the performance management system, assessing performance and giving feedback as relevant.

* To have a personal development plan and evaluate the effect of training on achievement.

* To clearly identify the standards and systems required to continually improve our customer service

* To comply with all the Firm’s relevant policies and procedures

* To ensure confidentiality on all appropriate matters and recognise that any breach of this confidentiality will be treated very seriously.Experience:

* 2+ years experience in a similar role gained from within a busy private client department;

* Academically bright; good standard of general education to at least A level including English and Maths.

* Further Education/Training

* FILEx or working towards (CILEx or GCILEx)

* Good keyboarding skills using MS Office 2010 – Word, Excel, Outlook

If you are determined and dedicated, then this vacancy could be the key to unlocking a great career with real potential.

About Morgan Jones:

This role is being handled by Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants.

We have been established as a quality recruitment business for over 15 years with a reputation for fair and equal representation. We see each applicant as an individual and will treat you accordingly.

We would love to talk to you to give you more information about our client and discuss the role.To view other great opportunities please check out our website or call us on for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities.

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