Senior Probate Solicitor

Henderson Scott; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Travel allowance

Job summary

The Senior Probate Solicitor role in Salisbury requires handling a high-quality caseload with a focus on complex probate and estate administration matters. You will manage large estates, including taxable and charitable administrations, and provide strategic Inheritance Tax advice.

The ideal candidate has senior associate level experience, strong client care, and the ability to mentor junior lawyers. Hybrid working arrangements are offered with a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Probate and Estate Administration.
• Excellent knowledge of Inheritance Tax and estate administration.
• Experience with Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief advantageous.
• Strong client care and communication skills.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers and support staff.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage complex matters independently.
• A collaborative and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Administration of large and complex taxable estates.
• Testate and intestate estate administrations.
• Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief.
• Inheritance Tax calculations for exempt and non-exempt beneficiaries.
• Estate administrations on behalf of national charities.
• Preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Matters involving elderly clients where capacity may be an issue.
• Home and hospital visits when required.

Skills

Probate & Estate Administration

Inheritance Tax

Complex estates

Client care

Mentoring juniors

Organisation

Independent working

Collaborative approach

Job description

Location: Salisbury
Experience: Senior Associate level
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Full Remuneration Package: £60,000-£80,000 DOE
Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days in office / 2 days from home

The Role

Senior Probate Solicitor

Location: Salisbury
Experience: Senior Associate level
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Full Remuneration Package: £60,000-£80,000 DOE
Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days in office / 2 days from home

You will handle a high-quality caseload, with a particular focus on complex probate and estate administration matters, including:

• Administration of large and complex taxable estates
• Testate and intestate estate administrations
• Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief
• Inheritance Tax calculations involving exempt and non-exempt beneficiaries
• Estate administrations on behalf of national charities
• Preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Matters involving elderly clients where capacity may be an issue
• Home and hospital visits where required

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong experience in Probate and Estate Administration
• Experience handling complex and high-value taxable estates
• Excellent technical knowledge of Inheritance Tax and estate administration
• Experience with Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief would be advantageous
• Strong client care and communication skills
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers and support staff
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• The ability to manage complex matters independently
• A collaborative and professional approach

What's On Offer

• £60,000-£80,000 full remuneration package DOE
• Hybrid working - 3 days in office / 2 days from home
• £60 per month travel allowance
• Clear and structured progression opportunities
• High-quality and complex probate workload
• Opportunity to work alongside specialist Private Client and Contentious Probate lawyers
• Strong focus on professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Established and respected firm with a strong reputation in Private Client and charity law
• Excellent long-term career prospects