Wills & Probate Lawyer

Henderson Scott; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quality private client work

Supportive team

Career progression

Competitive salary & benefits

Flexible & hybrid working

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Henderson Scott in Coventry seeks an experienced Wills, Trusts & Probate Lawyer to join a growing Private Client team. You will handle a high-quality caseload and advise clients with practical, empathetic guidance.

The role offers hybrid working, career progression, and a competitive benefits package, with a supportive team environment and focus on technical excellence and client service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' PQE or equivalent Private Client experience.
• Strong technical knowledge across wills, probate, trusts and tax planning matters.
• Ability to independently manage a varied and busy caseload.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• A compassionate and client-focused approach.
• Commercial awareness and strong attention to detail.
• Business development skills and a willingness to contribute to the growth of the department.

Responsibilities

• Advise a broad range of clients on all aspects of private client law, providing practical and empathetic advice tailored to individual circumstances.
• Drafting Wills and Codicils
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Estate Administration and Probate Matters
• Trust Creation and Administration
• Inheritance Tax and Estate Planning
• Court of Protection Matters
• Deputyship Applications
• Lifetime Tax Planning and Wealth Protection

Skills

5+ years PQE

Wills & probate knowledge

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Business development

Tax planning

Job description

Wills, Trusts & Probate Lawyer | 5+ Years PQE | Coventry

Coventry
Full-Time
Private Client

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Wills, Trusts & Probate Lawyer to join a growing and highly regarded Private Client team in Coventry.

This role is ideally suited to a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Private Client Lawyer with a minimum of 5 years' PQE (or equivalent experience) who is looking to take ownership of a high-quality caseload while building strong, long-lasting client relationships.

The Role

You will advise a broad range of clients on all aspects of private client law, providing practical and empathetic advice tailored to individual circumstances.

Caseload

• Drafting Wills and Codicils
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Estate Administration and Probate Matters
• Trust Creation and Administration
• Inheritance Tax and Estate Planning
• Court of Protection Matters
• Deputyship Applications
• Lifetime Tax Planning and Wealth Protection

You will manage files from instruction through to conclusion, ensuring clients receive the highest standard of legal advice and client care throughout.

About You

• Minimum 5 years' PQE or equivalent Private Client experience
• Strong technical knowledge across wills, probate, trusts and tax planning matters
• Ability to independently manage a varied and busy caseload
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• A compassionate and client-focused approach
• Commercial awareness and strong attention to detail
• Business development skills and a willingness to contribute to the growth of the department

What's on Offer?

• Quality private client work from a well-established client base
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working options available
• Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the Private Client team

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Lawyer seeking a long-term career move with a respected Coventry firm that values technical excellence, client service and professional development.