Estate Planner (remote)

The Company

Octopus Legacy is the place to plan for death and find support after loss.

Having been on our own startup journey, Octopus Group recently bought a stake in our company to supercharge our growth, and now we’re one of the fastest growing companies within the UK’s most exciting group (you may have heard of some of our sister companies…)

With our new brand, the Octopus platform at our disposal and a Top Secret plan to achieve radical scale we’re already transforming the way that people experience the process of planning for and dealing with death. 

We’ve assembled a crack team to prepare us for that scale, and you could be the missing piece we’re looking for!

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Estate Planner who will be responsible for conducting home visits to assist clients in the process of drafting and creating wills. You will take the time to discuss your clients requirements in detail, explaining how the use of wills, trusts and lasting powers of attorney can work to protect them, their estate and their loved ones. The ideal candidate will excel in providing personalised and comprehensive guidance to individuals and families, ensuring their wishes are accurately documented whilst showing compassion and care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth consultations during home visits to understand clients' unique needs, assets, and preferences for estate planning
• Guide clients through the legal aspects of will creation, addressing questions and concerns with clarity and expertise
• Collaborate with legal teams and resources to stay informed about current estate planning laws and regulations
• Maintain a meticulous record-keeping system to track client information, preferences, and any legal documentation
• Support with online Wills and other services within the company when required
• Provide exceptional customer service by offering ongoing support and addressing any post-visit inquiries or adjustments
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in estate planning to enhance service delivery

Who Are You?

• Comfortable being fully remote (opportunity to be in London HQ once a quarter)
• Must have a full UK driving license and be willing to drive around Essex
• STEP qualified (preferred)
• Knowledge of how to write Wills and understanding the legalities
• Knowledge of how LPAs work
• In-depth understanding of Octopus Legacy’s services and ability to upsell
• Proficient in identifying indicators of concerns related to clients' testamentary capacity
• High levels of empathy, discretion and care
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Active listening skills and the ability to understand the customer’s needs
• Proactive in initiating tasks independently and effectively following instructions
• Flexible schedule to accommodate home visits based on clients' availability

Our Mission

When people think about planning for death they think about wills, life insurance and funerals. We take these cold processes and turn them into something more human. Share more than money: leave voice notes, music, recipes. Shape a legacy that connects you while you're here. And after you're gone.

Founded by Sam after his mum died suddenly, we’re a group of people who work in death because we’ve been affected by it. We know the difference a good plan makes, and what it’s like when there isn’t one.

Death can come between us, leave mess, legal fees, frustration. But it can also make us stronger. We see a world where people talk openly about death, and work out the real meaning of legacy, one that connects to them. We’re here to make that world happen.

Benefits:

• Octopus share incentive scheme.
• Flexible holiday + extra day off for your Birthday.
• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks per year.
• Vitality Health & Life Insurance. 
• Pension scheme.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Free Will & LPAs + discounts on other Octopus services.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and access to the Electric Vehicle (EV) Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Octopus Giving: we match any charitable fundraising that you do up to £500. 
• Octopus Springboard: where we help our employees become fully-fledged entrepreneurs.

We know that to be truly innovative, we need to have a diverse team around us. That is why Octopus Legacy is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.