Part Time Probate Assistant

Office Angels; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Flexible part-time hours

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Career development

Job summary

Office Angels in Northampton is seeking a motivated Probate Assistant to join a busy Probate and Estate Administration team. This role suits someone with strong administrative skills and an interest in probate and estate matters.

You will handle probate applications, client communications, and document management, with training provided. Part-time hours offer flexibility while maintaining a professional, supportive environment. Salary £15-£20 per hour DOE.

Qualifications

• Experience in probate or administrative roles preferred but not essential.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and submission of probate applications to relevant authorities.
• Manage client files, ensuring documentation is accurately recorded and maintained.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, and third-party organisations to obtain information and provide updates on estate matters.
• Prepare and manage correspondence including letters, reports, and legal documentation.
• Assist with the collection and distribution of estate assets.
• Support compliance with relevant probate legislation and regulations.
• Provide administrative support to senior probate administrators and partners as required

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Location: Northampton

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £15.00 - £20.00 per hour DOE

Hours: Part-Time

We are currently seeking a motivated and organised Probate Assistant to join a busy Probate and Estate Administration team based in Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills, a keen eye for detail, and an interest in probate and estate administration. Previous experience within a probate, legal, or accountancy environment would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

The role offers flexibility and the opportunity to develop your knowledge within a supportive and professional environment. You will play an important part in assisting with probate matters, estate administration, and client communications while helping to ensure compliance with relevant regulations

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and submission of probate applications to relevant authorities.
• Manage client files, ensuring documentation is accurately recorded and maintained.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, and third-party organisations to obtain information and provide updates on estate matters.
• Prepare and manage correspondence including letters, reports, and legal documentation.
• Assist with the collection and distribution of estate assets.
• Support compliance with relevant probate legislation and regulations.
• Provide administrative support to senior probate administrators and partners as required

What We're Looking For

You will be highly organised, proactive, and committed to delivering excellent client service. The ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Requirements include:

• Previous experience in a probate or administrative role, ideally within a legal or accountancy environment (preferred but not essential).
• An understanding of probate procedures and estate administration, or a strong willingness to learn.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A methodical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What you'll receive

• Full training and ongoing support.
• Flexible part-time working arrangements.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Opportunity to develop a career within probate and estate administration.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional and supportive team where you can build valuable experience within probate and estate administration while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.