Probate Solicitor

The Eventus Recruitment Group; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Birthday off

Group Pension Scheme

Life insurance 3x salary

Perkbox membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary Sacrifice for EV

Holiday entitlement 24 days

Parking

Optician reimbursement

Employee recognition

Job summary

Eventus Legal in Huddersfield seeks an experienced Probate Solicitor to join a respected Private Client team. Manage a varied caseload of high-value and complex estate administration matters within a collaborative firm renowned for exceptional client service.

The role is full-time with part-time options considered, offering hybrid/flexible working and a salary up to £55,000 DOE plus 24 days leave, birthday and Christmas off, bonus scheme, group pension and life insurance (3x salary).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years PQE in probate and estate administration.
• Qualified Solicitor or STEP/CILEX practitioner or equivalent.
• Significant experience handling probate and estate administration matters.
• Proven experience with high-value, high-net-worth and complex estates.

Responsibilities

• Manage broad probate and estate administration matters from instruction to completion.
• Handle complex estates with business interests, trusts and overseas assets.
• Prepare applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
• Advise executors, trustees and beneficiaries on estate matters.
• Prepare inheritance tax returns and respond to HMRC inquiries.
• Identify inheritance tax planning opportunities during administration.
• Prepare estate accounts and distributions.
• Coordinate with accountants, wealth managers and other advisers.
• Manage contested estates and complex probate issues as needed.
• Build relationships with high-net-worth clients and referrers.
• Contribute to growth and development of Private Client department.

Skills

Probate law

Estate administration

High-net-worth estates

Communication

Client relationships

Education

Qualified Solicitor

CILEX/STEP background

Professional accreditation

Job description

Eventus Legal is seeking an experienced Probate Solicitor to join a highly regarded Private Client department at a well-established law firm based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload of high-value, high-net-worth and complex estate administration matters while working within a supportive and collaborative team renowned for delivering exceptional client service.

This is a full-time, permanent basis job, although part-time applications will also be considered, with hybrid and flexible working available alongside a competitive salary up to £55,000 (DOE), 24 days annual leave plus your birthday and Christmas off, a bonus scheme, group pension scheme and life insurance (3 x your salary).

Job Responsibilities

The successful Probate Solicitor will manage a broad range of probate and estate administration matters from instruction through to completion. Duties will include:

• Managing all aspects of estate administration from initial instruction through to final distribution
• Handling complex and high-net-worth estates involving business interests, agricultural assets, trusts, investment portfolios and overseas assets
• Preparing applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
• Advising executors, trustees and beneficiaries on estate administration and succession matters
• Preparing inheritance tax returns and dealing with HMRC enquiries
• Identifying inheritance tax planning opportunities during estate administration
• Preparing estate accounts and arranging distributions
• Liaising with accountants, financial advisers, wealth managers, valuers and other professional advisers
• Managing matters involving contested estates, Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 claims and other complex probate issues where appropriate
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with high-net-worth clients and professional referrers
• Contributing to the continued growth and development of the Private Client department

Person Specification

Applications are welcomed from experienced Probate Specialists, Solicitors, Chartered Legal Executives or STEP-qualified professionals with significant estate administration experience.

• Minimum of 4 years PQE in a similar role
• Qualification as a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX), STEP-qualified practitioner or equivalent experience
• Significant experience managing probate and estate administration matters
• Proven experience handling high-value, high-net-worth and complex estates
• Strong technical knowledge of inheritance tax, trusts and estate administration
• A thorough understanding of probate law
• Excellent communication and first class client relationship skills
• The ability to deal with sensitive matters with professionalism, empathy and discretion
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy caseload independently
• Experience advising on trusts, succession planning and wider Private Client matters
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues

Benefits and Rewards

This Probate Solicitor opportunity offers the chance to join a respected and supportive law firm with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience up to £55,000
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Group Pension Scheme - Options to make additional contributions and to make contributions via Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Life Assurance - (cover 3 x annual salary)
• Perkbox membership - Employee discounts on hundreds of high street stores (and online)
• Employee Assistance Programme (including free structured counselling sessions)
• Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme (subject to eligibility) via Salary Sacrifice
• Holiday allowance starting at 24 days with additional long service holidays and option to buy/sell holidays each year plus your birthday off and additional holiday at Christmas
• Parking (dependant on role)
• Reimbursement of optician appointment
• Employee recognition initiatives/awards and regular social events

About the Company

This well established and highly respected law firm has earned an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional legal advice and first-class client care across a broad range of practice areas. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, the firm combines technical expertise with a personable and compassionate approach, building long-lasting relationships with private individuals, families, businesses and professional contacts alike. The firm places great importance on investing in its people and fostering a supportive, collaborative culture where employees are genuinely valued. It offers an inclusive working environment that encourages professional development, ongoing learning and career progression, enabling its team members to reach their full potential. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, quality of service and maintaining the highest standards of legal expertise, the firm provides an excellent opportunity for ambitious legal professionals looking to build a rewarding long-term career within a respected and forward-thinking practice.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.