Contentious Probate Senior Associate Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Contentious Probate Senior Associate Solicitor in Sheffield. You will manage complex disputes, mentor junior lawyers, and have the opportunity to shape a new Leeds office. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years PQE, a strong client following, and potential for partnership. The role features a competitive salary of up to £100k DOE plus bonuses, hybrid working, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Firmwide bonus scheme (up to £4-5k annually)

30 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 extra days over Christmas

Private medical cover

Clear pathway to Partner

Mobile phone provided

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE in contentious probate as a Solicitor.
• Experience in leading and supervising teams.
• Solid background in handling complex disputes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of contentious probate matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
• Develop and grow client relationships.
• Contribute to long-term strategy and growth.

Skills

Contentious Probate expertise

Leadership potential

Client relationship management

Commercial acumen

Education

STEP qualification or working towards

Job description

Overview

• Join a Tier 1 Legal 500 Contentious Probate team


• Handle high-value, complex disputes with autonomy and support


• Up to £100k DOE + excellent benefits + scope for partnership

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Contentious Probate Senior Associate Solicitor to step into a key role within a highly regarded Tier 1 Legal 500 team in Sheffield.

The practice has a strong reputation in the market, with nationally recognised lawyers and an excellent flow of work. There is flexibility in how this role is shaped: you could slot into the established Sheffield team or, for the right candidate with a following, there’s scope to set up and grow a new hub in Leeds with the firm’s full backing.

Who we’re looking for

• Contentious Probate Solicitor, ideally 5+ PQE


• Senior Associate or Salaried Partner level, with leadership potential


• Solid experience across contentious probate and trust disputes


• Established client following and contacts would be highly advantageous


• STEP qualification or working towards


• Ambitious, commercially minded, and collaborative

What you’ll be doing

• Running and growing a caseload of contentious probate matters, including high-value and complex disputes


• Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team


• Working alongside a highly respected Equity Partner and other senior lawyers


• Building strong relationships with referrers and clients, with scope to bring your own following


• Helping shape the long-term strategy and growth of the contentious probate offering


• Option to establish and grow a Leeds office presence if desired

Salary & Benefits

• Bonus: firmwide bonus scheme (up to £4–5k annually)


• Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays + 2 extra days over Christmas


• Hybrid working: up to 4 days from home per week


• Flexible hours: core hours model, adjustments possible for individual needs


• Private medical cover


• Mobile phone provided


• Clear pathway to Partner for Senior Associates, with equity considered in the future


• Tier 1 Legal 500 team, working alongside leading individuals in the field


• Long-term career security with a stable, well-established firm

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

Call 03300 245 606 or email [e-mail] to find out more or apply confidentially.