Job Title: Wills & Probate Solicitor – 4+ PQE

Salary: Dependent on experience

Location - Bury - Hybrid working

Legal 500 Firm

A leading Legal 500 firm in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Wills & Probate Solicitor (4+ PQE) to join its well-established and respected Private Client team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with strong technical expertise and a client-focused approach to manage a varied and high-quality caseload within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and reviewing Wills, including complex Wills with trusts, business, and agricultural elements
• Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney (Property & Financial Affairs and Health & Welfare)
• Managing full estate administration, including probate applications, asset collection, tax compliance, and distribution
• Advising on inheritance tax planning, Deeds of Variation, and the creation and implementation of trusts
• Registering and administering Will-based trusts
• Providing tailored, empathetic advice during sensitive family situations
• Ensuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel, and other regulatory standards
• Maintaining accurate records using legal case management systems
• Contributing to business development and representing the firm at events

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 4 years' PQE in Wills & Probate
• Demonstrable experience in:
• Drafting Wills
• Establishing various types of trusts
• Preparing LPAs
• Full estate administration
• STEP qualification (or working towards) is desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Death in service benefit (after qualifying period)
• Salary sacrifice private medical insurance scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave policies
• Discounted in-house legal services and conveyancing fees
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment