Probate Solicitor

TSR-Legal; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected firm in South Wales is seeking a Probate Solicitor to join their supportive and growing team in Cardiff. The successful candidate will manage probate cases and provide valuable advice to clients, ensuring compliance and quality service. This role offers competitive pay and a clear path for career progression in a professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

Supportive team environment

Autonomous work on files

Long-term career progression

Flexibility in office arrangement

Qualifications

• Experience in probate and estate administration.
• Knowledge of inheritance tax, trusts, and estate planning.
• STEP membership or in process is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of probate matters.
• Advise clients on Wills, LPAs, and estate planning.
• Support clients through the full probate process.

Skills

Client Care

Organization

Inheritance Tax Knowledge

Estate Planning

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Probate Solicitor
Location:Cardiff and Surrounding Areas, South Wales
Salary:Up to £45,000 (DOE)
Working Arrangement:Office-Based with flexibility

About the Role
A new opportunity has arisen for a Probate Solicitor with around 2-3years’ PQE to join a growing and supportive team based in Cardiff. This is an excellent chance to further your career in private client law with a firm that places real value on providing a personal and professional service to its clients. The role will involve:

• Managing a varied caseload of probate matters, including complex estate administration and inheritance tax issues.
• Advising clients on the preparation and review of Wills, LPAs, and related estate planning matters.
• Supporting clients through the full probate process from application through to estate distribution.
• Liaising with HMRC and the Probate Registry, ensuring compliance and accuracy in documentation.
• Working with a range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, cohabiting couples, and blended families.
• Participating in business development and building long-term relationships with clients.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with experience in probate and estate administration.
• Have strong knowledge of inheritance tax, trusts, and estate planning issues.
• Possess excellent client care skills, with a sensitive and professional approach to handling emotionally charged matters.
• Be highly organised and able to manage multiple cases independently.
• Ideally have STEP membership or be working towards it (not essential).

What You’ll Get in Return

• Competitive salary of up to £45,000, dependent on experience.
• Supportive and experienced team environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of files and work autonomously.
• Office-based with flexibility
• Long-term career progression within a well-respected South Wales firm.

For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact James at TSR Legal directly on02920 [e-mail] complete confidence.