Wills & Probate Solicitor
Citizens Advice Mid Mercia, Osmaston, City of Derby
Wills & Probate Solicitor
£45000-£50000
Citizens Advice Mid Mercia, Osmaston, City of Derby
- Full time
- Temporary
- Remote working
Posted 6 days ago, 31 Jul | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 5fa8743c4ead4a9daa416fbbf7a660f7
Location ref: Osmaston, City of Derby
Full Job Description
- Deliver wills, estate planning, LPAs, and trusts tailored to client needs, including tax and asset protection advice.
- Draft key legal documents such as wills, codicils, letters of wishes, and powers of attorney.
- Manage end-to-end estate administration, including probate applications, asset realisation, debt settlement, and distribution.
- Handle inheritance tax matters, liaising with HMRC and completing relevant IHT documentation.
- Maintain compliance with SRA and regulatory standards, ensuring accurate records, risk management, and participation in supervision and quality assurance. What we offer in return:
- 28 days entitlement plus bank holidays pro-rata
- Opportunities for further training and continuous professional development
- Internal progression opportunities
- Supportive environment
- Remote/flexible working opportunities, subject to management approval
We are looking for a full-time Wills & Probate Solicitor, a dedicated and detail-oriented senior solicitor to join our CA Legal service and team to handle complex private client work on a self-supervised basis, a senior solicitor with 3-5 years' experience in estate administration is required. The role will include managing higher-volume tasks such as will drafting, grant applications, and estate asset liquidation., Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 3-5 years PQE in Wills & Probate / private client work - proven ability to manage own caseload independently (self-supervise) and meet deadlines and targets
- Excellent client-facing skills with empathy and sensitivity to bereaved and vulnerable clients
- Willingness to engage in networking, relationship-building, and service promotion
- Excellent written and oral communication, including drafting legal documents and client correspondence
CA Legal Advice is a unique established legal service founded by Citizens Advice Mid Mercia in 2025. We exist to bridge the justice gap for people who don't qualify for legal aid but find high street legal fees daunting. Our mission is to combine rigorous professional standards with accessible, fairly priced legal advice that creates real social impact. We're a law firm designed for people, not just profit.
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/wills-probate-solicitor-127130690