Wills and Probate Lawyer

CRA Legal; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal practice in Bakewell is seeking an experienced Wills and Probate Lawyer to join their Private Client team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years PQE and will manage a diverse range of private client work including Wills, estate planning, and probate matters. The firm offers a supportive culture, work-life balance, and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday + statutory leave

Christmas closure

Excellent career progression

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in Private Client law required.
• Strong technical knowledge necessary.
• Desire to progress in a supportive practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of private client work.
• Draft and advise on Wills and estate planning.
• Administer probate matters.
• Create and manage Trusts.
• Conduct Inheritance tax planning.

Skills

Wills & estate planning

Probate matters

Inheritance tax planning

Trust management

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 3+ years PQE

STEP qualified

Job description

Role: Wills and Probate Lawyer
Location: Bakewell, Derbyshire
Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 (DOE)
Benefits: 25 days holiday + statutory leave | Christmas closure | Excellent career progression

CRA Consulting, working within our specialist headhunting division, are proud to be representing a well-known, historic legal practice at the heart of Bakewell. This highly respected firm is seeking to appoint an experienced Wills & Probate Fee Earner to strengthen their thriving Private Client team.

Responsibilities

You will manage a diverse caseload of private client work, including:

• Drafting and advising on Wills & estate planning
• Administration of estates & probate matters
• Creation and management of Trusts
• Lasting Powers of Attorney & Court of Protection work
• Inheritance tax planning

You will have full support from the wider team and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships within a well-established, loyal client base.

Qualifications

This role would be ideally suited to:

• A Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 3+ years PQE in Private Client
• OR a STEP qualified fee earner with proven experience in Wills, Trusts, and Probate
• Strong technical knowledge combined with a client-focused approach
• Desire to progress within a respected and supportive regional practice

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious law firm that combines heritage and tradition with a forward-thinking approach. You'll benefit from a supportive culture, excellent work-life balance, and genuine prospects for career development.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact:

Rob Addy - Senior Legal Headhunter
CRA Consulting
[e-mail]
07378 123456