Probate Executive — Estate Administration Specialist

Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva Digicare+

BUPA private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & wellbeing perks

Life assurance cover

Income protection

Benefits Hub

Free legal support

Job summary

Slater & Gordon Lawyers (UK) in Manchester is seeking an experienced Probate Executive to join our Wills, Tax, Trusts & Probate team. You will manage diverse probate caseloads, advise on estate administration, and handle probate documentation with HMCTS and financial institutions.

You will also provide estate planning advice and coordinate wills and lasting powers of attorney. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, a client-centred approach, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Experience working within a probate or Wills, Tax, Trusts & Probate team.
• Strong working knowledge of administration processes and relevant legislation.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple files at different stages.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-centred approach.
• Ability to work independently while being an active part of a supportive, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of probate matters from initial instruction through to completion.
• Advising clients on all aspects of estate administration, including intestacy, inheritance tax, and asset distribution.
• Preparing and submitting probate documentation and liaising with HMCTS, financial institutions, valuers, and beneficiaries.
• Providing straightforward estate planning advice and preparing wills and lasting powers of attorney
• Providing clear, empathetic and proactive communication to clients throughout their matter.
• Ensuring all files are managed efficiently and in line with S&G processes, compliance standards and regulatory obligations.
• Contributing to team targets and maintaining strong billing performance as a key fee earner.

Skills

Probate experience

Wills & Probate knowledge

Legal administration

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Slater & Gordon Lawyers (UK) in Manchester is seeking an experienced Probate Executive to join our Wills, Tax, Trusts & Probate team. You will manage diverse probate caseloads, advise on estate administration, and handle probate documentation with HMCTS and financial institutions.

You will also provide estate planning advice and coordinate wills and lasting powers of attorney. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, a client-centred approach, and the ability to work