Role:
Wills & Probate Solicitor
Location: Buxton (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £30,000 – £50,000 Per Annum DOE
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
1. Competitive salary based on experience
2. Hybrid working arrangements
3. Supportive working environment
4. Opportunities for professional development
Key Responsibilities:
5. Manage a caseload of Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, and Lasting Powers of Attorney from instruction to completion
6. Draft Wills and estate planning documentation
7. Advise clients on inheritance tax and estate planning matters
8. Handle probate applications and estate administration efficiently
9. Liaise with executors, beneficiaries, HMRC, and third parties
10. Attend client meetings and provide clear, practical legal advice
11. Build and maintain strong client relationships
12. Support business development and promote services where appropriate
13. Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements, and firm procedures
14. Maintain accurate file records and confidentiality standards
15. Manage billing in line with agreed targets
16. Monitor and review debts, WIP, and disbursements
17. Accurately record time and case progress
18. Keep up to date with legal developments through CPD
19. Work in accordance with regulatory and firm policies
20. Contribute positively to team collaboration and knowledge sharing
The Successful Candidate:
21. Qualified Solicitor or experienced Fee Earner with strong Private Client experience
22. Ability to independently manage a busy caseload
23. Excellent written communication and numeracy skills
24. Strong planning and organisational skills
25. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
26. Experience with LEAP case management system desirable (training provided)
27. Strong understanding of regulatory compliance (SRA, AML)
28. Professional, approachable, and enthusiastic
29. High levels of integrity, empathy, and professionalism
30. Strong client care skills
31. Proactive, flexible, and detail-oriented
32. Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines
33. Collaborative team player