Contentious Probate Senior Associate

Realm Recruit; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

30 days’ holiday + Christmas shutdown

Flexible working hours

Private medical insurance

Bonus scheme

Job summary

A top-tier legal firm in Sheffield is seeking a seasoned contentious probate lawyer for a Senior Associate or Salaried Partner role. This is an opportunity to join a leading firm, handle complex cases, and mentor junior lawyers while working under a supportive leadership team. The firm offers competitive salaries, a route to equity, flexible working, and a firm-wide bonus scheme. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years in contentious probate and a desire to grow their influence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in contentious probate work.
• Confident in handling complex cases.
• Ambitious with the potential to grow a following.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team in contentious probate.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers.
• Shape the future of the probate offering.

Skills

Contentious probate law

Caseload management

Mentoring junior lawyers

Business development

Job description

• Build your own legacy in contentious probate with the backing of a top-tier firm
• Tier 1 Legal 500 firm
• Future equity potential

Are you a seasoned contentious probate lawyer ready to lead, grow a team, and make a name for yourself? We’re working on a unique opportunity to join a Tier 1 Legal 500 firm in Sheffield as a Senior Associate or Salaried Partner. With a recent senior departure, there’s a real gap to step into — supported by an established, high-performing team and a forward-thinking leadership group.

There’s the option to bring a trusted legal assistant with you, and for the right person, this role could quickly evolve into a strategic position shaping the future of the firm’s contentious probate offering.

Who we’re looking for

• Senior Associate or Partner-level contentious probate solicitor
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in contentious probate work
• Confident handling your own complex caseload and mentoring junior lawyers
• Ambitious, with the potential (or desire) to bring or grow a following
• Open to Sheffield or Leeds-based candidates

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (they’ll pay what it takes for the right person)
• Salaried Partner or Senior Associate title, depending on experience
• Route to equity for the right person in the future
• 30 days’ holiday + 2 days Christmas shutdown + bank holidays
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working available
• Private medical insurance
• Mobile phone provided
• Firm-wide bonus scheme (top earners up to £4–5k)

Contact

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood at [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.