Probate Administrator

I'm currently recruiting for a well established Law fim in Thatcham, the are recruiting due to continued success and growth within my client's Wills, Probate and Estate Planning Team, they are seeking a proactive Probate Administrator, this is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the smooth administration of estates, working closely with and supporting designated lawyers throughout the probate process.

This role would suit someone who is highly organised, confident managing multiple tasks, and comfortable working collaboratively in a supportive professional environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience working within a private client department, be confident handling figures, and demonstrate excellent client care skills.

The position is preferably full-time, although they would consider reduced hours for the right candidate. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an award-winning, Legal 500 Wills, Probate and Estate Planning team.

Duties include:

• Providing day-to-day support to specified lawyers on probate matters
• Preparing estate accounts and keeping them accurate and up to date throughout the matter
• Monitoring the progress of assets, liabilities, administration expenses and income, proactively following up where required
• Maintaining well-organised paper and digital files
• Preparing routine correspondence relating to estate administration, tracking responses and chasing where necessary
• Drafting inheritance tax accounts and probate applications for lawyer approval
• Handling the closure, liquidation or transfer of estate assets
• Paying liabilities and administration expenses
• Paying legacies and making distributions to beneficiaries
• Preparing income tax returns, R185s and routine correspondence with HMRC
• Keeping lawyers regularly updated on progress and key developments

Hours of work: 9.00am - 5.30pm

Other Benefits: Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy, pension, life assurance, medical health cash plan & discount portal with Virtual GP & wellbeing tools & advice.