Legal Administrator
Salary: £26,000
Start Date: TBC
Close date: 31st of March 2026
Location: Central Bristol with hybrid working following completion of probationary period
About Us
At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed.
At Kings Court Trust, we have a goal to be the most successful and respected estate administration business in the UK. Individuals that take a role within our business will strive to reach this goal with us by taking the utmost pride and professionalism in their work and commitment to our business’s goals and objectives.
Our Purpose
To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Drafting and reviewing estate correspondence.
Setting up new estate files, including reviewing legal documents.
Carrying out insolvency checks, asset and will searches, and property valuations instructions.
Dealing with clients and third parties via multiple communication channels (telephone, email).
Handling incoming and outgoing post.
Encashing assets and paying debts on behalf of our estates.
Collaborating across teams to ensure a seamless client experience.
Contributing to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work.
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience:
Experience in an administrative or customer service role.
Experience in dealing with financial or legal documentation.
The type of person you’ll be:
A strong communicator – clear, empathetic, and confident.
A proactive, solutions-focused individual.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
A passion for making a difference in people’s lives.
What We Can Offer You
We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits from day one:
£26,000 per annum.
25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30.
Health Cash Plan – Cash back for Dental, Optical, and other treatments.
Employee discounts across a range of products and services.
Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy.
Company pension scheme – matching up to 5%.
Income protection insurance.
Life assurance policy.
Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation).
Cycle to work scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Annual performance and salary review.
Why Join Us:
A supportive, people-first culture.
Opportunities for growth and development.
A chance to make a real impact during life’s most challenging times.
Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs.
Excellent opportunity to start a career in law with one of the UKs biggest providers of Estate Administration.
Where You’ll Be Working
Hybrid following passing your probation including our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG.
Hiring Process – What to Expect
We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here’s what you can expect:
Application review – We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted.
Interview – This is your competency-based interview with a team manager (up to 60mins).
Feedback – We will contact you following your interview, typically within one week.
Support – We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that’s for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We’re happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you.
Ready to Apply
If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you’d thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Kings Court Trust, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience – nothing else.
We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do.
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