Contentious Probate Solicitor/ CILEX – 4 or 5 Days a Week (Hybrid | Essex)

Clara Rose Consultancy; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Essex seeks a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join their Dispute Resolution team. The role offers opportunities to handle a variety of case types within a supportive team environment that values collaboration. Candidates with 2-5 years' experience in contentious probate are encouraged to apply. The firm promotes hybrid working and offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Death in service and group income protection

Workplace pension scheme

Health cash plan and employee assistance programme

Firm sick pay policy

Extra holiday for long service

Qualifications

• 4-5 years' PQE preferred, with consideration for 2+ years' experience.
• Solid experience or strong interest in contentious probate work.
• Ability to collaborate and find practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Handle a range of Contentious Trust and Probate matters.
• Work closely with experienced litigators.
• Contribute to a friendly team culture.

Skills

Contentious Probate

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

Job description

Are you a Solicitor with a real interest in Contentious Probate work, looking for a friendly and supportive team where you can truly grow your career?

An established and highly respected Essex law firm is looking to welcome a Contentious Probate Solicitor to their Dispute Resolution team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, down-to-earth group who take real pride in their work and enjoy being in the office together - though hybrid working is very much supported.

About the Role

You’ll work closely with experienced litigators handling a wide range of Contentious Trust and Probate matters. The work is stimulating and varied - including capacity and undue influence claims, trust disputes, construction claims, and claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.

The role would suit someone with around 4–5 years’ PQE, but we’d also love to speak with talented solicitors or legal executives with 2+ years’ experience who have a good grounding in contentious probate and are ready to take that next step. Your experience level might be much in excess of this too, and that is also welcomed.

You might have broad litigation experience, and be looking to specialise in contentious probate, or you might already be specialised, either can be supported in this role.

You’ll be joining a friendly team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your contribution genuinely makes a difference.

What's On Offer

• A supportive, professional environment with strong team values
• Opportunity to take on meaningful, hands‑on work and grow your expertise
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 25 days’ holiday + Bank Holidays + Christmas closure (pro‑rata for part‑time)
• Death in service and group income protection from day one
• Workplace pension scheme (auto‑enrolment, enhanced, or salary sacrifice options)
• Health cash plan and employee assistance programme (after probation)
• Firm sick pay policy and extra holiday for long service
• Hybrid working (balance between home and office)
• A genuinely friendly and social culture – regular firm events, approachable leadership, and a team that enjoys spending time together

Who We’re Looking For

• A Solicitor or CILEX ideally with 4–5 years’ or more PQE, though 2+ years’ will be considered
• Solid experience or strong interest in contentious probate work
• Someone who enjoys collaborating, communicating clearly, and finding practical solutions for clients
• A lawyer who values quality, integrity, and a sense of humour

Interested?

If you’d like to apply, request further details, or simply have an exploratory chat about your career options, please get in touch with Clara Rose at: 📧 [e-mail] 📞 07971 493048

All conversations are confidential and focused on understanding your aspirations.

If you feel you meet some but not all of the requirements - don’t dismiss yourself. You might be exactly who this firm is looking for.