Legacy AssistantExecutive Charities & Private Wealth Disputes

Job Title: Legacy Assistant/Executive

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Legacy Assistant/Executive
• Team: Legacy Income Management Team
• Location: Exeter Bristol or Manchester
• Working Pattern: Full-time

Why this role matters: Join our growing Legacy Income Management team and help charities secure the income that powers their mission. We manage over 200M in legacy income for organisations of all sizes offering flexible support during busy periods complex estates and unexpected spikes in workload. With access to specialist legal expertise across the firm youll play a key role in ensuring clients receive accurate efficient and empathetic support.

What youll do

In this role youll:

• Deliver high-quality tailored legacy administration support as part of the Legacy Income Management team acting as a trusted partner to a diverse portfolio of charity clients.
• Manage a varied caseload ensuring legacy income is secured efficiently while balancing legal obligations with empathy and sensitivity. The exact nature of the caseload will vary depending on experience and may include pecuniary residuary and complex or contentious cases.
• Proactively progress estate matters reducing delays and unlocking income for clients in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with charity clients representing them with professionalism care and a client-centric approach.
• Act as an extension of clients teams by providing bespoke responsive support aligned to their individual needs and priorities.
• Apply strong attention to detail and high-level numerary skills to monitor and reconcile income identify estate account issues review estate valuations and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to maximising the value of charitable gifts for our clients through thorough case management and financial oversight.
• Collaborate with our wider team including our contentious probate charity probate property and governance specialists to deliver comprehensive support to clients.
• Actively contribute to team knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure our clients receive high-quality support.

What were looking for

We welcome applicants at all levels including those new to legacy administration but with a genuine interest in Wills Probate and Charity law. Were looking for someone who brings:

• Strong organisational and database skills with confidence managing information accurately.
• Experience in legacy administration or a clear motivation to develop in this field.
• Curiosity about Wills Probate and Trust law and a willingness to build expertise.
• Excellent communication skills and a warm empathetic approach when working with families and stakeholders.
• Interest in working towards an ILM Certificate in Charity Legacy Administration or similar qualification.
• Commitment to highquality client care and relationshipbuilding.
• Confidence working in a digital environment and adapting to new systems and processes.
• A proactive collaborative mindset with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

What if I dont tick every box

Were not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth.

If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective wed love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed we encourage you to apply.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey were committed to making a difference for our people our clients and society. Heres what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names thriving startups and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human entrepreneurial inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Employee sabbaticals.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. mental health support gym memberships).
• An open flexible working environment.
• For a full list of our competitive benefits package please clickhere

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  • With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
  • We want you to be able to showcase your talent and to feel comfortable being yourself throughout the process. If theres anything we can do to support you or make things more accessible just let us know you can tell us at any stage of the process.
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Lets make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1