Job Title: Wills, Trusts & Probate Lawyer (3+ PQE)

Location: Hertford / Hybrid

Salary: Competitive (DOE) + benefits

Job Type: Permanent

The Firm:

A highly regarded regional law firm with multiple offices across the South East, recognised for its strong private client offering and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, excellent client care, and focus on employee development and wellbeing.

The Role:

This role sits within a busy Bereavement Team and will involve managing a varied caseload of wills, probate, and trust matters, including complex and high-net-worth estates. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners while developing technical expertise and contributing to business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take instructions and draft Wills, LPAs, and Powers of Attorney (ranging from straightforward to complex matters)
• Manage probate and estate administration matters, including:
• Taxable estates requiring IHT400s and associated schedules
• Identifying and applying relevant inheritance tax reliefs
• Administer intestate estates with a strong understanding of intestacy rules
• Handle trust matters, including:
• Advising on the use and creation of trusts during lifetime and via Wills
• Administration of Life Interest and Discretionary Trusts
• Understanding tax implications affecting trusts
• Advising on the winding up/collapsing of discretionary trusts where appropriate
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver high levels of client care
• Liaise with third parties including financial institutions and advisors
• Participate in networking and business development activities
• Maintain accurate and compliant file management

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX with 3+ years PQE
• Strong experience in Wills, Probate, Trusts, and Private Client work
• Experience handling taxable estates is essential
• STEP qualification (or working towards) is desirable
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Commercial awareness and risk sensitivity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, professional, and positive approach

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Bonus scheme (firm-wide and fee-earner)
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Healthcare Cash Plan (post-probation)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial wellbeing platform
• Structured career progression and regular appraisals
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Regular social, wellbeing, and team events