Wills & Probate Solicitor – Hybrid (Manchester/Birmingham)

HCC Solicitors; Birmingham, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Summer and Christmas party

Employee events

Training opportunities

Death in service

Cycle to work

Referral schemes

Birthday day off

Travel season ticket loans

Charitable day

Job summary

Horwich Cohen Coghlan Limited t/a HCC Solicitors in Birmingham and Manchester is seeking an experienced wills and probate solicitor to join our Private Client team. You’ll handle high-value cases, support the Head of the Court of Protection/Private Client team, and deliver compassionate guidance to clients.

This hybrid role requires 2 days in the office, full-time hours, and a permanent contract. We value empathy, attention to deadlines, and professional standards as you help clients plan

Qualifications

• Experience in wills and probate is required.
• Ability to manage a caseload and supervise teammates.
• Guide clients through probate and advise on estate processes after loss of a loved one.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills and trusts, advising on inheritance tax.
• Administer probate and estate matters, including complex cases.
• Provide empathetic guidance to clients during difficult times.
• Coordinate court deadlines and maintain case notes.
• Prepare routine correspondence and client updates.

Skills

Wills & probate

Caseload management

Client advisory

Supervision

Communication

IT skills

Tools

Case management system

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Horwich Cohen Coghlan Limited t/a HCC Solicitors in Birmingham and Manchester is seeking an experienced wills and probate solicitor to join our Private Client team. You’ll handle high-value cases, support the Head of the Court of Protection/Private Client team, and deliver compassionate guidance to clients.

This hybrid role requires 2 days in the office, full-time hours, and a permanent contract. We value empathy, attention to deadlines, and professional standards as you help clients plan