Solicitor - Private Client

TSR Legal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TSR Legal in Birmingham is seeking a Probate Solicitor to manage a busy probate and estate administration caseload on a flexible hybrid basis. You will handle instructions through to completion, ensuring first-class client service and robust file management using modern legal tech.

The role suits a Solicitor (NQ+) or CILEX/STEP-qualified professional with probate experience, strong organisational skills, and a client-focused approach, including remote working flexibility.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ+), or CILEX/STEP with probate experience.
• Experience managing probate matters and autonomy.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building, including remote work.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of probate and estate administration matters from instruction to completion.
• Deliver high level of client service and maintain relationships throughout the process.
• Use a modern case management system to accurately manage and record case information.
• Communicate with clients primarily via telephone and email.
• Work collaboratively with experienced colleagues and administrative support.
• Mentor junior team members where appropriate.
• Manage workload in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Client-focused approach

Excellent communication

Initiative

Remote collaboration

Modern case management system

Education

Solicitor (NQ+)

CILEX Lawyer

STEP qualification

Probate and estate administration experience

Tools

Modern case management system

Job description

Probate Solicitor - Flexible Hybrid

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Probate Solicitor or experienced Probate Fee Earner to join a growing and forward-thinking specialist legal team on a flexible Hybrid setup, 1-2 days a week in Birmingham, with the scope to become more remote.

This role is available at a variety of levels and offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload while benefiting from excellent support, modern legal technology and genuine opportunities for career development.

The firm has a strong focus on delivering an exceptional client experience and is continuing to invest in both its people and technology. You will join a growing probate team and work within an innovative environment where technology, including AI-enabled processes, is helping to streamline estate administration and support colleagues.

The Role

As a Probate Solicitor, you will:

• Manage your own caseload of probate and estate administration matters from instruction through to completion, with cases varying in complexity.
• Deliver a high level of client service and maintain strong relationships throughout the process.
• Use a modern case management system to accurately manage and record case information.
• Communicate with clients primarily via telephone and email.
• Work collaboratively with experienced colleagues and dedicated administrative support.
• Use your legal knowledge and experience to support and mentor more junior members of the team where appropriate.
• Manage your workload effectively within a busy, fast-paced and high-volume environment.

About You

This opportunity would suit a Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced Probate Fee Earner with:

• Qualification as a Solicitor (NQ+) or CILEX Lawyer, STEP qualification, or equivalent experience within probate and estate administration.
• Previous experience managing probate matters and running a caseload with a degree of autonomy.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• The ability to use initiative and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A client-focused approach and excellent communication skills.
• The ability to build positive client relationships, including when working remotely.

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