Wills and Probate Locum Lawyer

CRA Consulting; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Rotherham is seeking a Wills & Probate Locum to manage a varied Private Client caseload, including wills, estate planning, and probate administration. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive who can run files autonomously with minimal supervision. This office-based role offers £40–£50 per hour, with locum experience being beneficial but not essential. Join a supportive environment that values great client care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Private Client Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Lawyer is essential.
• Ability to run files autonomously with minimal supervision is required.
• A practical and adaptable approach to client care is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied Private Client caseload including wills and estate planning.
• Manage probate and estate administration tasks.
• Address Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters.

Skills

Private Client Solicitor

Client care

Autonomous file management

Adaptable approach

Job description

📍 Wills & Probate Locum – Rotherham (Office-Based Preferred)

🗓 8 December 2025 – End of February 2026

💷 £40–£50 per hour

CRA Consulting is working with a well-established, reputable law firm in Rotherham who are looking to bring in an experienced Wills & Probate Locum to cover a key period.

Responsibilities

You’ll be handling a varied Private Client caseload, including :

• ✅ Wills & estate planning
• ✅ Probate / estate administration
• ✅ Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• ✅ Court of Protection matters

Qualifications / Requirements

• 🔹 Experienced Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive / Lawyer
• 🔹 Confident running files autonomously with minimal supervision
• 🔹 Great client care and a practical, adaptable approach
• 🔹 Locum experience helpful (but not essential)

Interested?

Drop me a message or get in touch for a confidential chat :

Robert Addy – Senior Legal Recruiter (CRA Consulting)

📱 07710 677706 | ☎️ 0114 2418030

📧 [e-mail]

🌐 www.craconsultants.com