Job Description
?? Head of Probate - Nationwide Firm (Based in Derby HQ / Hybrid Working) ??Lead with purpose. Inspire a team. Redefine probate services.
?? Location: Derby(with travel across UK offices as required)?? Position: Head of Probate?? Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits?? Flexibility: Hybrid working available
A rare leadership opportunity has arisen at a fast-growing, process-driven private client firm that's reshaping the way people experience probate and estate planning.
We're looking for a Head of Probate - someone with the right mix of legal expertise, operational awareness, and inspirational leadership - to guide a national team, raise service standards, and drive performance in line with the firm's vision: protecting memories, not just money.
This role is perfect for someone who has a strong background in high-volume private client or conveyancing work and is ready to take the step into strategic leadership.
�? What You'll Be Doing:
* Lead, mentor, and support Probate Managers and Legal Advisors across a national team
* Maintain a small caseload of complex estates and trusts (as needed)
* Drive team engagement, development, and performance through regular 1:1s and structured reviews
* Embed and enhance processes across a network of branches to ensure consistency and excellence
* Oversee legal compliance, service delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Analyse performance data and shape strategies that improve client service, risk mitigation, and profitability
* Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, marketing, and client experience strategy
* Be a key member of the senior legal team - collaborating with HR, Training, and Commercial Directors
? What You'll Bring:
* Proven experience in probate, private client, or conveyancing (ideally in a process-heavy, high-volume setting)
* A passion for excellent client service and people development
* Confidence in leading and mentoring legal professionals at different stages of their career
* Ability to balance technical legal oversight with commercial awareness
* Strong knowledge of SRA regulations and compliance standards
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Experience managing performance, budgets or contributing to P&L desirable
?? Why Apply?
* Join a purpose-driven firm on a mission to modernise the probate experience
* Enjoy autonomy and strategic input at senior leadership level
* Lead a dedicated, values-led team with national reach
* Be part of a collaborative, innovative culture where ideas and people matter
* Hybrid working and flexible travel supported
Ready to lead the future of probate?
Apply now or contact us in confidence to discuss your next big step.Leadership starts here.