Head of Probate – Up to £85,000 plus bonus Location: East Midlands (flexible office) A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client or Probate Lawyer to step into a senior leadership role within a high-performing firm. This role offers the chance to lead a large, well-structured probate function, overseeing fee earners and support staff, with full involvement in strategy, compliance, and performance. The Role: Lead and develop a team across offices Provide technical oversight on complex estate matters (small caseload) Ensure compliance with SRA and internal regulatory standards Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement Contribute to commercial decision-making, budgeting and growth plans Influence client journey improvements and service delivery What’s on Offer: Senior leadership role with real strategic influence Competitive package and clear scope for impact and progression Opportunity to shape the future of a growing probate division Engaged and supportive wider leadership team National reach with the benefits of a Derby base What You’ll Need: Strong private client/probate background Experience supervising or mentoring teams Confident with compliance, performance data and legal operations Commercially aware with a collaborative mindset If you are interested, or know someone who is, please contact Joel Isherwood on linkedin, email or phone number. 07703832803 jisherwood@venngroup.com