Contentious Probate Solicitor

Baches Solicitors LLP; West Bromwich; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Baches Solicitors LLP in West Bromwich is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor to handle high-level, complex probate matters. The role is permanent with flexible hours: 5 days from 9am–4pm or 4 full days per week on-site in our West Bromwich offices.

PQE 1–5 years preferred, training provided where needed. You will manage diverse caseloads, build relationships with high-net-worth clients, and contribute to a supportive, client-focused team environment at our West Bromwich offices.

Qualifications

• PQE: 1–5 years post-qualification experience (PQE) ideally.
• Proven experience in high-level, varied and complex caseloads.
• Experience with high-net-worth clients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-level, varied and complex probate caseloads.
• Develop and maintain relationships with high-net-worth clients.

Skills

Ambitious & results-driven

Flexible & resilient

Time management

Personable & professional

Effective communicator

Case management systems

Inheritance Act knowledge

Leadership skills

Job description

This role is permanent 5 days per week from 9am to 4pm OR 4 full days per week, based on site in our West Bromwich offices.

This role is permanent 5 days per week from 9am to 5pm OR 4 full days per week, based on site in our West Bromwich offices.

We are looking for a candidate with 1 to 5 years’ post qualification experience (PQE) ideally.

TheContentious ProbateSolicitorrole will involve the following responsibilities:-

• Good experience in high level, varied and complex caseload
• Managing and developing relationships with high-net-worth clients

Key Skills

• Be ambitious and results driven
• Have a flexible approach and be able to work under pressure
• Have excellent time management and organisational skills
• Be personable and professional
• Effective and confident communicator
• Experience in the use of case management systems (preferred but not essential as training is available)
• A good understanding of the Inheritance Act
• Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail

Our greatest asset is our people. We look to recruit high calibre, talented individuals who will work enthusiastically as part of the team to meet our clients’ needs. We aim to combine the provision of sound legal advice with innovative and practical solutions for our clients across a wide range of practice areas. We also provide a friendly, supportive and vibrant environment to work in.