Wills & Probate Solicitor/Executive – Otley
Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 + Profit Share Bonus
Location: Otley, West Yorkshire
Experience: 3–5 years PQE or relevant experience
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Wills & Probate Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our client’s Guiseley branch. This is a great chance for an established professional looking to progress their career in a supportive and knowledgeable team environment.
The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Probate matters, with the full support of a collaborative team and the unique benefits of employee ownership.
About the Role
* Manage a full caseload of client matters, including Wills, LPAs, and Probate
* Handle cases from initial instruction through to completion
* Prepare and draft legal documents
* Advise clients and respond to new enquiries
* Support colleagues within the probate department
About You
Essential:
* 3–5 years PQE or equivalent relevant experience
* Current Practising Certificate or equivalent qualification
* Professional, friendly client care
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong IT skills and ability to learn quickly
* Organised, methodical, and able to prioritise under pressure
* Team player with a flexible approach
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Experience supporting junior team members
* Previous experience in a multi-site legal practice
What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Profit share bonus through employee ownership
* 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with additional leave for long service
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Generous pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing and mental health support
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave)
* Paid volunteering days and active involvement in community initiatives
* Regular social events and team-building activities
* Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
* Clear pathways for career progression and internal promotion
* Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
* Modern office environments with up-to-date technology
* Recognition and reward schemes for outstanding performance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Free or subsidised parking at many locations
* Wellbeing initiatives and staff events
About Our Client
Our client is a leading, employee-owned law firm with over 20 offices across Yorkshire, renowned for its commitment to client care, professional development, and community values. As an employee-owned business, every member of the team shares in the firm’s success through a profit share bonus, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. The firm is recognised for its approachable, down-to-earth ethos, investment in staff wellbeing, and dedication to providing accessible, high-quality legal services. Employees benefit from a modern working environment, flexible arrangements, and a genuine focus on career progression, training, and personal growth within a firm that values its people as its greatest asset.
Location & Working Arrangements
Otley, West Yorkshire. Full-time, permanent role. Some travel to nearby offices may be required.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief covering statement, including your current salary and salary expectations.
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.
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